Lindsey Pond
Key Takeaway
Lindsey Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 27.6% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 483 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 414 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 69 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00148 |
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
Donna Lindsey McDowell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lindsey Pond?
Lindsey 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 Lindsey Pond?
Lindsey Pond is owned by Donna Lindsey McDowell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lindsey Pond built?
Lindsey Pond was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Lindsey Pond?
Lindsey 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 Lindsey Pond?
Lindsey Pond has a dam height of 14 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 Lindsey Pond last inspected?
Lindsey Pond was last inspected on May 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.