Mckinney Pond
Key Takeaway
Mckinney Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 810 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 897 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00645 |
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
Larry McKinney;Robin McKinney Branim
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mckinney Pond?
Mckinney 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 Mckinney Pond?
Mckinney Pond is owned by Larry McKinney;Robin McKinney Branim (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mckinney Pond built?
Mckinney Pond was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Mckinney Pond?
Mckinney Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mckinney Pond?
Mckinney 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 Mckinney Pond last inspected?
Mckinney Pond was last inspected on November 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.