Shaw Pond
Key Takeaway
Shaw Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,050 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00135 |
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
Billy Shaw
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shaw Pond?
Shaw 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 Shaw Pond?
Shaw Pond is owned by Billy Shaw (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shaw Pond built?
Shaw Pond was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Shaw Pond?
Shaw 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 Shaw Pond?
Shaw Pond has a dam height of 16 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 Shaw Pond last inspected?
Shaw Pond was last inspected on September 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.