5l Ranch Pond
Key Takeaway
5l Ranch Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 27.6% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Modified | 2009 |
| NID ID | LA00447 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lori Landry and Phillip Landry
Private
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What is the hazard classification of 5l Ranch Pond?
5l Ranch Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates 5l Ranch Pond?
5l Ranch Pond is owned by Lori Landry and Phillip Landry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of 5l Ranch Pond?
5l Ranch Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is 5l Ranch Pond?
5l Ranch Pond has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was 5l Ranch Pond last inspected?
5l Ranch Pond was last inspected on March 13, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.