Black Pond

Dugdemona River· Jackson, Louisiana· Built 1928· Earth· 10 ft tall
Unknown Other Private

Key Takeaway

Black Pond is classified as unknown in Louisiana. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA)
Dam Length21,520 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage5.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage4.8K acre-ft
Surface Area700 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge210 cfs
Year Completed1928 (98 years old)
NID IDLA00199

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 23, 2012
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Rocktenn CP, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Black Pond?

Black Pond is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Black Pond?

Black Pond is owned by Rocktenn CP, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Black Pond built?

Black Pond was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Black Pond?

Black 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 Black Pond?

Black Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Black Pond last inspected?

Black Pond was last inspected on October 23, 2012. 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.