Smithport Lake Road Pond
Key Takeaway
Smithport Lake Road Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 91.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 452 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 397 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 975 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00761 |
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
L + R Lands, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smithport Lake Road Pond?
Smithport Lake Road 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 Smithport Lake Road Pond?
Smithport Lake Road Pond is owned by L + R Lands, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smithport Lake Road Pond built?
Smithport Lake Road Pond was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Smithport Lake Road Pond?
Smithport Lake Road Pond serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Smithport Lake Road Pond?
Smithport Lake Road Pond has a dam height of 33 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 Smithport Lake Road Pond last inspected?
Smithport Lake Road Pond was last inspected on April 29, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.