Spells Pond
Key Takeaway
Spells Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00129 |
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
Sebastian Koga
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spells Pond?
Spells 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 Spells Pond?
Spells Pond is owned by Sebastian Koga (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spells Pond built?
Spells Pond was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Spells Pond?
Spells 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 Spells Pond?
Spells Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Spells Pond last inspected?
Spells Pond was last inspected on March 15, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.