William J. Cole Pond
Key Takeaway
William J. Cole Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 785 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 413 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 303 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,980 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00310 |
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
William Jefferson Cole
Private
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What is the hazard classification of William J. Cole Pond?
William J. Cole 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 William J. Cole Pond?
William J. Cole Pond is owned by William Jefferson Cole (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was William J. Cole Pond built?
William J. Cole Pond 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 William J. Cole Pond?
William J. Cole Pond serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is William J. Cole Pond?
William J. Cole Pond 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 William J. Cole Pond last inspected?
William J. Cole Pond was last inspected on May 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.