Simmons Pond

Tr-Silver Creek· Washington, Louisiana· Built 1955· Earth· 12 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Simmons Pond is classified as unknown in Louisiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA)
Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Max Discharge187 cfs
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDLA00115

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 18, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Ned Simmons

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Simmons Pond?

Simmons Pond is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Simmons Pond?

Simmons Pond is owned by Ned Simmons (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Simmons Pond built?

Simmons Pond was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Simmons Pond?

Simmons 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 Simmons Pond?

Simmons Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Simmons Pond last inspected?

Simmons Pond was last inspected on November 18, 2009. 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.