Milford Pond
Key Takeaway
Milford Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 2,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 256 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,616 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00644 |
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
Sandra Cotton Bernhard;Tina R Cotton
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Milford Pond?
Milford 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 Milford Pond?
Milford Pond is owned by Sandra Cotton Bernhard;Tina R Cotton (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Milford Pond built?
Milford Pond was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Milford Pond?
Milford Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Milford Pond?
Milford Pond has a dam height of 16 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 Milford Pond last inspected?
Milford Pond was last inspected on November 17, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.