Busbice Pond

Tributary to Sandy Creek· Winn, Louisiana· Built 2008· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Busbice Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 46.6% in LA)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage145 acre-ft
Normal Storage102 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2,877 cfs
Year Completed2008 (18 years old)
NID IDLA00670

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: July 13, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

The Busbice Children Trust

Private

Nearby Dams

Lake Victoria Dam

LaSalle, LA

Low Hazard 13 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Busbice Pond?

Busbice 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 Busbice Pond?

Busbice Pond is owned by The Busbice Children Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Busbice Pond built?

Busbice Pond was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Busbice Pond?

Busbice 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 Busbice Pond?

Busbice Pond 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 Busbice Pond last inspected?

Busbice Pond was last inspected on July 13, 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.