Four Forks Pond
Key Takeaway
Four Forks Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,466 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 278 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 204 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 965 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00628 |
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
Spring Ridge, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Four Forks Pond?
Four Forks 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 Four Forks Pond?
Four Forks Pond is owned by Spring Ridge, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Four Forks Pond built?
Four Forks Pond was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Four Forks Pond?
Four Forks Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Four Forks Pond?
Four Forks Pond has a dam height of 15 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 Four Forks Pond last inspected?
Four Forks Pond was last inspected on September 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.