Ouchley Pond
Key Takeaway
Ouchley Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 346 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00146 |
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
Kimble and Mae Ouchley Family, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ouchley Pond?
Ouchley 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 Ouchley Pond?
Ouchley Pond is owned by Kimble and Mae Ouchley Family, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ouchley Pond built?
Ouchley Pond was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Ouchley Pond?
Ouchley 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 Ouchley Pond?
Ouchley Pond has a dam height of 20 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 Ouchley Pond last inspected?
Ouchley Pond was last inspected on February 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.