Lake Martin Dam
Louisiana — St. Martin County — Vermilion River Offstream
Location
| State | Louisiana |
| County | St. Martin |
| River | Vermilion River Offstream |
| Coordinates | 30.22200, -91.90600 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 26,996 ft |
| NID Storage | 5,300 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 5,300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 800 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | February 29, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1952 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | LA Dept of Wildlife and Fisheries |
| Other Name | Lake La Pointe 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.