Sediment Pond 97-E5
Key Takeaway
Sediment Pond 97-E5 is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 90% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 3,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 775 acre-ft |
| NID ID | LA83458 |
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
Dolet Hills Mining Company, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sediment Pond 97-E5?
Sediment Pond 97-E5 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 Sediment Pond 97-E5?
Sediment Pond 97-E5 is owned by Dolet Hills Mining Company, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Sediment Pond 97-E5?
Sediment Pond 97-E5 serves the following purposes: Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sediment Pond 97-E5?
Sediment Pond 97-E5 has a dam height of 31 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 Sediment Pond 97-E5 last inspected?
Sediment Pond 97-E5 was last inspected on May 13, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.