Moore Pond
Key Takeaway
Moore Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 87.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 74 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00570 |
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
Rodney Cooper
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moore Pond?
Moore 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 Moore Pond?
Moore Pond is owned by Rodney Cooper (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moore Pond built?
Moore Pond was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Moore Pond?
Moore 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 Moore Pond?
Moore Pond has a dam height of 30 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 Moore Pond last inspected?
Moore Pond was last inspected on December 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.