Litwiller Pond
Key Takeaway
Litwiller 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 | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00229 |
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
Mitchell Wayne Litwiller
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Litwiller Pond?
Litwiller 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 Litwiller Pond?
Litwiller Pond is owned by Mitchell Wayne Litwiller (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Litwiller Pond built?
Litwiller 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 Litwiller Pond?
Litwiller 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 Litwiller Pond?
Litwiller Pond has a dam height of 8 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 Litwiller Pond last inspected?
Litwiller Pond was last inspected on December 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.