Manuel Pond Wwtp

Kinder Ditch· Allen, Louisiana· Built 1957· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Manuel Pond Wwtp is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in LA)
Dam Length4,245 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage240 acre-ft
Normal Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Max Discharge23 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
Year Modified1994
NID IDLA00289

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: September 5, 2012
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Town of Kinder

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Manuel Pond Wwtp?

Manuel Pond Wwtp 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 Manuel Pond Wwtp?

Manuel Pond Wwtp is owned by Town of Kinder (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Manuel Pond Wwtp built?

Manuel Pond Wwtp was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Manuel Pond Wwtp?

Manuel Pond Wwtp serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Manuel Pond Wwtp?

Manuel Pond Wwtp 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 Manuel Pond Wwtp last inspected?

Manuel Pond Wwtp was last inspected on September 5, 2012. 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.