Rogers Pond
Key Takeaway
Rogers 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 | 19 ft (taller than 55.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,020 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,980 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00307 |
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
Murphy Rogers
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rogers Pond?
Rogers 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 Rogers Pond?
Rogers Pond is owned by Murphy Rogers (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rogers Pond built?
Rogers 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 Rogers Pond?
Rogers 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 Rogers Pond?
Rogers Pond has a dam height of 19 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 Rogers Pond last inspected?
Rogers Pond was last inspected on September 8, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.