Bayles Pond
Key Takeaway
Bayles Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 27.6% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 425 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00261 |
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
Bobby James Bayles
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bayles Pond?
Bayles 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 Bayles Pond?
Bayles Pond is owned by Bobby James Bayles (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bayles Pond built?
Bayles Pond was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Bayles Pond?
Bayles Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bayles Pond?
Bayles Pond has a dam height of 14 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 Bayles Pond last inspected?
Bayles Pond was last inspected on March 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.