Pittman Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Pittman Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 51.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 360 cfs |
| NID ID | LA00527 |
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
Eric P Holley
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pittman Road Dam?
Pittman Road Dam 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 Pittman Road Dam?
Pittman Road Dam is owned by Eric P Holley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Pittman Road Dam?
Pittman Road Dam 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 Pittman Road Dam?
Pittman Road Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Pittman Road Dam last inspected?
Pittman Road Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.