Stevenson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Stevenson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,716 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00311 |
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
Douglas Stevenson, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stevenson Pond Dam?
Stevenson Pond Dam 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 Stevenson Pond Dam?
Stevenson Pond Dam is owned by Douglas Stevenson, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stevenson Pond Dam built?
Stevenson Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Stevenson Pond Dam?
Stevenson Pond Dam 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 Stevenson Pond Dam?
Stevenson Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Stevenson Pond Dam last inspected?
Stevenson Pond Dam was last inspected on March 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.