City of Hammond Pond
Key Takeaway
City of Hammond Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in LA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 140 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00160 |
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
City of Hammond
Private
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What is the hazard classification of City of Hammond Pond?
City of Hammond 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 City of Hammond Pond?
City of Hammond Pond is owned by City of Hammond (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was City of Hammond Pond built?
City of Hammond Pond was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 City of Hammond Pond?
City of Hammond Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is City of Hammond Pond?
City of Hammond 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 City of Hammond Pond last inspected?
City of Hammond Pond was last inspected on May 30, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.