Goodyears Pond
Key Takeaway
Goodyears Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 27.6% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 994 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 852 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 142 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 875 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00125 |
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
Money Hill Golf and Country Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Goodyears Pond?
Goodyears 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 Goodyears Pond?
Goodyears Pond is owned by Money Hill Golf and Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goodyears Pond built?
Goodyears Pond was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Goodyears Pond?
Goodyears 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 Goodyears Pond?
Goodyears Pond has a dam height of 14 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 Goodyears Pond last inspected?
Goodyears Pond was last inspected on March 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.