City of Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp
Key Takeaway
City of Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 3,670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00499 |
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 Oak Grove
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of City of Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp?
City of Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp 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 Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp?
City of Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp is owned by City of Oak Grove (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was City of Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp built?
City of Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp?
City of Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp 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 City of Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp?
City of Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp 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 Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp last inspected?
City of Oak Grove Settlement Pond Wwtp was last inspected on December 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.