Woodly Pond
Key Takeaway
Woodly Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 75% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 686 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00324 |
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
Xto Energy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodly Pond?
Woodly 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 Woodly Pond?
Woodly Pond is owned by Xto Energy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodly Pond built?
Woodly Pond was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Woodly Pond?
Woodly Pond serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Woodly Pond?
Woodly Pond has a dam height of 24 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 Woodly Pond last inspected?
Woodly Pond was last inspected on May 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.