Beusa Freshwater Pond
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 Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 60 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00619 |
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
Southwestern Energy
Private
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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.