Nesom Pond
Key Takeaway
Nesom Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 24.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 225 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2018 |
| NID ID | LA00069 |
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
Wildcat Timberland, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nesom Pond?
Nesom 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 Nesom Pond?
Nesom Pond is owned by Wildcat Timberland, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nesom Pond built?
Nesom Pond was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Nesom Pond?
Nesom 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 Nesom Pond?
Nesom Pond has a dam height of 13 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 Nesom Pond last inspected?
Nesom Pond was last inspected on April 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.