Guillory and Harris Pond

Bayou Des Cannes· St. Landry, Louisiana· Built 1930· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Guillory and Harris Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage99 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge26 cfs
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDLA00287

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 11, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Guillory and Harris Properties

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Guillory and Harris Pond?

Guillory and Harris 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 Guillory and Harris Pond?

Guillory and Harris Pond is owned by Guillory and Harris Properties (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Guillory and Harris Pond built?

Guillory and Harris Pond was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Guillory and Harris Pond?

Guillory and Harris 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 Guillory and Harris Pond?

Guillory and Harris 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 Guillory and Harris Pond last inspected?

Guillory and Harris Pond was last inspected on August 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.