Conway Farrel Pond
Key Takeaway
Conway Farrel Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 75% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 353 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00049 |
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
Conway Farrel, Et.Al.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Conway Farrel Pond?
Conway Farrel 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 Conway Farrel Pond?
Conway Farrel Pond is owned by Conway Farrel, Et.Al. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Conway Farrel Pond built?
Conway Farrel Pond was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Conway Farrel Pond?
Conway Farrel Pond serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Conway Farrel Pond?
Conway Farrel Pond has a dam height of 24 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 Conway Farrel Pond last inspected?
Conway Farrel Pond was last inspected on December 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.