Adcock Pond
Key Takeaway
Adcock Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 857 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00304 |
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
Adcocks Red River Farms
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Adcock Pond?
Adcock 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 Adcock Pond?
Adcock Pond is owned by Adcocks Red River Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Adcock Pond built?
Adcock Pond was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Adcock Pond?
Adcock 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 Adcock Pond?
Adcock Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Adcock Pond last inspected?
Adcock Pond was last inspected on February 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.