St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp
Key Takeaway
St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 7,640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 382 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 319 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 83 acres |
| Max Discharge | 13 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1994 |
| NID ID | LA00186 |
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
City of St Martinville
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp?
St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp 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 St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp?
St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp is owned by City of St Martinville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp built?
St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp?
St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp?
St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp has a dam height of 15 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 St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp last inspected?
St Martinville Oxidation Pond Wwtp was last inspected on September 6, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.