Wayne Greene Pond
Key Takeaway
Wayne Greene Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 563 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 735 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00383 |
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
Delores Festervan
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wayne Greene Pond?
Wayne Greene 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 Wayne Greene Pond?
Wayne Greene Pond is owned by Delores Festervan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wayne Greene Pond built?
Wayne Greene Pond was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Wayne Greene Pond?
Wayne Greene 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 Wayne Greene Pond?
Wayne Greene Pond 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 Wayne Greene Pond last inspected?
Wayne Greene Pond was last inspected on September 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.