Twin Oaks Pond
Key Takeaway
Twin Oaks Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 76.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 728 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 16 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00690 |
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
Tam Lanette Johnson Burford
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Twin Oaks Pond?
Twin Oaks 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 Twin Oaks Pond?
Twin Oaks Pond is owned by Tam Lanette Johnson Burford (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Twin Oaks Pond built?
Twin Oaks Pond was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Twin Oaks Pond?
Twin Oaks 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 Twin Oaks Pond?
Twin Oaks Pond has a dam height of 25 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 Twin Oaks Pond last inspected?
Twin Oaks Pond was last inspected on September 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.