Saddler Pond No 4
Key Takeaway
Saddler Pond No 4 is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 451 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| NID ID | LA00773 |
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
David Poston
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Saddler Pond No 4?
Saddler Pond No 4 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 4?
Saddler Pond No 4 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 4?
Saddler Pond No 4 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 4?
Saddler Pond No 4 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 Saddler Pond No 4 last inspected?
Saddler Pond No 4 was last inspected on April 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.