Cleco Ash Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cleco Ash Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 2,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 244 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00546 |
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
Central Louisiana Electric Co.
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Cleco Ash Pond Dam?
Cleco Ash 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 Cleco Ash Pond Dam?
Cleco Ash Pond Dam is owned by Central Louisiana Electric Co. (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cleco Ash Pond Dam built?
Cleco Ash Pond Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Cleco Ash Pond Dam?
Cleco Ash Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cleco Ash Pond Dam?
Cleco Ash Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Cleco Ash Pond Dam last inspected?
Cleco Ash Pond Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.