Beusa Freshwater Pond

De Soto, Louisiana· Built 2010· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Beusa Freshwater Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge60 cfs
Year Completed2010 (16 years old)
NID IDLA00619

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 12, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Southwestern Energy

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Beusa Freshwater Pond?

Beusa Freshwater 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 Beusa Freshwater Pond?

Beusa Freshwater Pond is owned by Southwestern Energy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Beusa Freshwater Pond built?

Beusa Freshwater Pond was completed in 2010, making it 16 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Beusa Freshwater Pond?

Beusa Freshwater Pond has a dam height of 20 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 Beusa Freshwater Pond last inspected?

Beusa Freshwater Pond was last inspected on November 12, 2021. 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.