Alan Cameron Pond Dam

Tributary to Cooley Branch· Webster, Louisiana· Built 1990· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Alan Cameron Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 16.4% in LA)
Dam Length840 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage107 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge595 cfs
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDLA00505

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 3, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Alan Cameron

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Alan Cameron Pond Dam?

Alan Cameron Pond Dam 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 Alan Cameron Pond Dam?

Alan Cameron Pond Dam is owned by Alan Cameron (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Alan Cameron Pond Dam built?

Alan Cameron Pond Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Alan Cameron Pond Dam?

Alan Cameron Pond Dam 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 Alan Cameron Pond Dam?

Alan Cameron Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Alan Cameron Pond Dam last inspected?

Alan Cameron Pond Dam was last inspected on February 3, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.