Atley Donald Pond No 2
Key Takeaway
Atley Donald Pond No 2 is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 24.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 727 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00091 |
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
Betty C Donald
Private
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Atley Donald Pond No 2?
Atley Donald Pond No 2 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 Atley Donald Pond No 2?
Atley Donald Pond No 2 is owned by Betty C Donald (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Atley Donald Pond No 2 built?
Atley Donald Pond No 2 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Atley Donald Pond No 2?
Atley Donald Pond No 2 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Atley Donald Pond No 2?
Atley Donald Pond No 2 has a dam height of 13 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 Atley Donald Pond No 2 last inspected?
Atley Donald Pond No 2 was last inspected on February 8, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.