Randall Family Pond
Key Takeaway
Randall Family Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 24.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 247 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,196 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00651 |
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
Randall Family Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Randall Family Pond?
Randall Family 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 Randall Family Pond?
Randall Family Pond is owned by Randall Family Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Randall Family Pond built?
Randall Family Pond was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Randall Family Pond?
Randall Family Pond serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Randall Family Pond?
Randall Family 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 Randall Family Pond last inspected?
Randall Family Pond was last inspected on January 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.