Saddler Pond No 2

Tributary Boggy Bayou· Caddo, Louisiana· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Saddler Pond No 2 is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 76.3% in LA)
Dam Length471 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage83 acre-ft
Normal Storage76 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge280 cfs
NID IDLA00771

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 30, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LADOTD

Ownership

David Poston

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Saddler Pond No 2?

Saddler Pond No 2 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 Saddler Pond No 2?

Saddler Pond No 2 is owned by David Poston (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Saddler Pond No 2?

Saddler Pond No 2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Saddler Pond No 2?

Saddler Pond No 2 has a dam height of 25 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 Saddler Pond No 2 last inspected?

Saddler Pond No 2 was last inspected on April 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.