Bridges Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bridges Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.6% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,135 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 332 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 613 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00359 |
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
Dickson Interest, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bridges Pond Dam?
Bridges Pond Dam 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 Bridges Pond Dam?
Bridges Pond Dam is owned by Dickson Interest, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bridges Pond Dam built?
Bridges Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Bridges Pond Dam?
Bridges Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bridges Pond Dam?
Bridges Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Bridges Pond Dam last inspected?
Bridges Pond Dam was last inspected on December 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.