Burns Pond Dam

Lincoln, Louisiana· Built 2020· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Burns Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2020 and is 6 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 90% in LA)
Dam Length538 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage194 acre-ft
Normal Storage107 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,200 cfs
Year Completed2020 (6 years old)
NID IDLA00747

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: December 10, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LADOTD

Ownership

TIL Holdings, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Burns Pond Dam?

Burns 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 Burns Pond Dam?

Burns Pond Dam is owned by TIL Holdings, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Burns Pond Dam built?

Burns Pond Dam was completed in 2020, making it 6 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 Burns Pond Dam?

Burns Pond Dam 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 Burns Pond Dam?

Burns Pond Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Burns Pond Dam last inspected?

Burns Pond Dam was last inspected on December 10, 2020. 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.