Atkins Pond
Key Takeaway
Atkins Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 82.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 312 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 252 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,360 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00620 |
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
Autry William, et ux and EC;Willine Atkins Corp.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Atkins Pond?
Atkins 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 Atkins Pond?
Atkins Pond is owned by Autry William, et ux and EC;Willine Atkins Corp. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Atkins Pond built?
Atkins Pond was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Atkins Pond?
Atkins 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 Atkins Pond?
Atkins Pond has a dam height of 26 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 Atkins Pond last inspected?
Atkins Pond was last inspected on May 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.