Smithport Lake Dam
Louisiana — De Soto County — Samson Channel
Location
| State | Louisiana |
| County | De Soto |
| River | Samson Channel |
| Coordinates | 32.11634, -93.56413 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,500 ft |
| NID Storage | 42,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 42,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,028 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Unsatisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 22, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1953 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Bayou Pierre Game and Fish Commission |
| Other Name | Smithport Lake |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.