Madden Pond 2
Key Takeaway
Madden Pond 2 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 | 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 60 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2019 |
| NID ID | LA00757 |
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
John A. Madden
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Madden Pond 2?
Madden Pond 2 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 Madden Pond 2?
Madden Pond 2 is owned by John A. Madden (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Madden Pond 2 built?
Madden Pond 2 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 Madden Pond 2?
Madden Pond 2 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 Madden Pond 2?
Madden Pond 2 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 Madden Pond 2 last inspected?
Madden Pond 2 was last inspected on March 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.