Smith Pond
Key Takeaway
Smith Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Max Discharge | 126 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00221 |
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
Leonard P. Smith
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith Pond?
Smith 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 Smith Pond?
Smith Pond is owned by Leonard P. Smith (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith Pond built?
Smith Pond was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Smith Pond?
Smith 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 Smith Pond?
Smith Pond has a dam height of 8 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 Smith Pond last inspected?
Smith Pond was last inspected on October 25, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.