Abbey Pond
Key Takeaway
Abbey Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,320 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1989 |
| NID ID | LA00131 |
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
St. Joseph Abbey and Seminary College
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Abbey Pond?
Abbey 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 Abbey Pond?
Abbey Pond is owned by St. Joseph Abbey and Seminary College (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Abbey Pond built?
Abbey Pond was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Abbey Pond?
Abbey 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 Abbey Pond?
Abbey Pond has a dam height of 8 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 Abbey Pond last inspected?
Abbey Pond was last inspected on August 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.