Lawrence Family Pond
Key Takeaway
Lawrence Family Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00668 |
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
Ferne Lawrence
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lawrence Family Pond?
Lawrence Family 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 Lawrence Family Pond?
Lawrence Family Pond is owned by Ferne Lawrence (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lawrence Family Pond built?
Lawrence Family Pond was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lawrence Family Pond?
Lawrence Family Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lawrence Family Pond?
Lawrence Family 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 Lawrence Family Pond last inspected?
Lawrence Family Pond was last inspected on February 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.