Kendrick Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Kendrick Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,275 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00565 |
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
Duey Kendrick
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kendrick Pond Dam?
Kendrick 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 Kendrick Pond Dam?
Kendrick Pond Dam is owned by Duey Kendrick (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kendrick Pond Dam built?
Kendrick Pond Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Kendrick Pond Dam?
Kendrick 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 Kendrick Pond Dam?
Kendrick Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Kendrick Pond Dam last inspected?
Kendrick Pond Dam was last inspected on March 25, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.