Brinkman Pond
Key Takeaway
Brinkman Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 732 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 307 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00227 |
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
3 Owners: 1. Chad A. Herbert, 2. Travis J. Thompson, 3. Philip Mlynarski
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brinkman Pond?
Brinkman 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 Brinkman Pond?
Brinkman Pond is owned by 3 Owners: 1. Chad A. Herbert, 2. Travis J. Thompson, 3. Philip Mlynarski (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brinkman Pond built?
Brinkman 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 Brinkman Pond?
Brinkman Pond serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brinkman Pond?
Brinkman Pond has a dam height of 8 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 Brinkman Pond last inspected?
Brinkman Pond was last inspected on March 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.