Carrie Lou Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Carrie Lou Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 51.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 640 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00145 |
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
Est. of M. Burgess;Jeane Finkbeiner
Private
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Low Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Carrie Lou Pond Dam?
Carrie Lou 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 Carrie Lou Pond Dam?
Carrie Lou Pond Dam is owned by Est. of M. Burgess;Jeane Finkbeiner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carrie Lou Pond Dam built?
Carrie Lou Pond Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Carrie Lou Pond Dam?
Carrie Lou 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 Carrie Lou Pond Dam?
Carrie Lou Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Carrie Lou Pond Dam last inspected?
Carrie Lou Pond Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.