B J Andrews Pond

Tr-Cook Creek· De Soto, Louisiana· Built 1982· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

B J Andrews Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA)
Dam Length655 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage143 acre-ft
Normal Storage105 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,200 cfs
Year Completed1982 (44 years old)
NID IDLA00547

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: November 10, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

BBBT Properties, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of B J Andrews Pond?

B J Andrews 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 B J Andrews Pond?

B J Andrews Pond is owned by BBBT Properties, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was B J Andrews Pond built?

B J Andrews Pond was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 B J Andrews Pond?

B J Andrews 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 B J Andrews Pond?

B J Andrews Pond has a dam height of 15 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 B J Andrews Pond last inspected?

B J Andrews Pond was last inspected on November 10, 2020. 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.