Guillory Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Guillory Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 2,530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| NID ID | LA00715 |
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
Daniel Guillory, Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Guillory Pond Dam?
Guillory 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 Guillory Pond Dam?
Guillory Pond Dam is owned by Daniel Guillory, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Guillory Pond Dam?
Guillory Pond Dam 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 Pond Dam?
Guillory 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 Guillory Pond Dam last inspected?
Guillory Pond Dam was last inspected on November 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.