Yates New Pond
Key Takeaway
Yates New Pond is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 2,330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 23 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00133 |
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
Postive Feed, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yates New Pond?
Yates New 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 Yates New Pond?
Yates New Pond is owned by Postive Feed, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yates New Pond built?
Yates New Pond was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Yates New Pond?
Yates New 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 Yates New Pond?
Yates New Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Yates New Pond last inspected?
Yates New Pond was last inspected on March 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.