Mira Pond
Key Takeaway
Mira Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 66.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 2,560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 882 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 378 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 84 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,530 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00319 |
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
Douglas and Sandra Scott
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mira Pond?
Mira 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 Mira Pond?
Mira Pond is owned by Douglas and Sandra Scott (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mira Pond built?
Mira Pond was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Mira Pond?
Mira 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 Mira Pond?
Mira Pond has a dam height of 21 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 Mira Pond last inspected?
Mira Pond was last inspected on September 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.