Alan Cameron Pond Dam
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 Length | 840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 595 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00505 |
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
Alan Cameron
Private
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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.