Smith Pond No 4
Key Takeaway
Smith Pond No 4 is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 680 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00302 |
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
Bruce Hock
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith Pond No 4?
Smith 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 Smith Pond No 4?
Smith Pond No 4 is owned by Bruce Hock (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith Pond No 4 built?
Smith Pond No 4 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 No 4?
Smith Pond No 4 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 No 4?
Smith Pond No 4 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 Smith Pond No 4 last inspected?
Smith Pond No 4 was last inspected on September 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.