Clampit Pond
Key Takeaway
Clampit Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,405 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00144 |
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
Cody B. Vansickle
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clampit Pond?
Clampit 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 Clampit Pond?
Clampit Pond is owned by Cody B. Vansickle (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clampit Pond built?
Clampit Pond was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Clampit Pond?
Clampit Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clampit Pond?
Clampit Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Clampit Pond last inspected?
Clampit Pond was last inspected on October 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.