Blewer Pond

Tr-Saline Bayou· Winn, Louisiana· Built 1947· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Blewer Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge325 cfs
Year Completed1947 (79 years old)
NID IDLA00201

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: April 6, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Winn Parish Police Jury

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Blewer Pond?

Blewer 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 Blewer Pond?

Blewer Pond is owned by Winn Parish Police Jury (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Blewer Pond built?

Blewer Pond was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Blewer Pond?

Blewer 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 Blewer Pond?

Blewer Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Blewer Pond last inspected?

Blewer Pond was last inspected on April 6, 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.