La Tech Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
La Tech Farm Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 76.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00342 |
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
LA Tech University
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of La Tech Farm Pond?
La Tech Farm 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 La Tech Farm Pond?
La Tech Farm Pond is owned by LA Tech University (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was La Tech Farm Pond built?
La Tech Farm Pond was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 La Tech Farm Pond?
La Tech Farm Pond serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is La Tech Farm Pond?
La Tech Farm Pond has a dam height of 25 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 La Tech Farm Pond last inspected?
La Tech Farm Pond was last inspected on March 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.