Tl James Pond
Key Takeaway
Tl James Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.4% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 4,640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00097 |
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
Abita Springs Timber Co, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tl James Pond?
Tl James 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 Tl James Pond?
Tl James Pond is owned by Abita Springs Timber Co, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tl James Pond built?
Tl James Pond was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Tl James Pond?
Tl James Pond serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tl James Pond?
Tl James Pond has a dam height of 7 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 Tl James Pond last inspected?
Tl James Pond was last inspected on August 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.