Gladney Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gladney Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 246 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 353 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00539 |
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
Aylmer King Gladney, Est
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gladney Pond Dam?
Gladney 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 Gladney Pond Dam?
Gladney Pond Dam is owned by Aylmer King Gladney, Est (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gladney Pond Dam built?
Gladney Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Gladney Pond Dam?
Gladney Pond Dam 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 Gladney Pond Dam?
Gladney Pond Dam 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 Gladney Pond Dam last inspected?
Gladney Pond Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.