Vernon Lake Dam
Louisiana — Vernon County — Bayou Anacoco
Location
| State | Louisiana |
| County | Vernon |
| River | Bayou Anacoco |
| Coordinates | 31.17731, -93.35771 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 60 ft |
| Dam Height | 56 ft |
| Dam Length | 5,275 ft |
| NID Storage | 99,473 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 99,473 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4,250 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 25, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1961 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Vernon Parish Police Jury |
| Other Name | Upper Bayou Anacoco Dam |
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.