Lejeune Pond
Key Takeaway
Lejeune Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 380 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00149 |
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
Tessie M. Lejeune
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lejeune Pond?
Lejeune 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 Lejeune Pond?
Lejeune Pond is owned by Tessie M. Lejeune (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lejeune Pond built?
Lejeune Pond was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Lejeune Pond?
Lejeune 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 Lejeune Pond?
Lejeune Pond 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 Lejeune Pond last inspected?
Lejeune Pond was last inspected on August 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.