Main-Oakes Pond

Unnamed creek· Claiborne, Louisiana· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Main-Oakes Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area161 sq mi
Max Discharge300 cfs
NID IDLA00695

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 6, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LADOTD

Ownership

Bradley & Jennifer Holloway

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Main-Oakes Pond?

Main-Oakes 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 Main-Oakes Pond?

Main-Oakes Pond is owned by Bradley & Jennifer Holloway (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Main-Oakes Pond?

Main-Oakes 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 Main-Oakes Pond?

Main-Oakes Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Main-Oakes Pond last inspected?

Main-Oakes Pond was last inspected on July 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.