Young Road Pond Dam

De Soto, Louisiana· Built 2018· Earth· 18 ft tall
Unknown Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Young Road Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Louisiana. It was completed in 2018 and is 8 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 51.1% in LA)
Dam Length760 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage210 acre-ft
Normal Storage160 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area502 sq mi
Max Discharge720 cfs
Year Completed2018 (8 years old)
NID IDLA00755

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 27, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LADOTD

Ownership

Charles D Young

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Young Road Pond Dam?

Young Road Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Young Road Pond Dam?

Young Road Pond Dam is owned by Charles D Young (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Young Road Pond Dam built?

Young Road Pond Dam was completed in 2018, making it 8 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 Young Road Pond Dam?

Young Road Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Young Road Pond Dam?

Young Road Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Young Road Pond Dam last inspected?

Young Road Pond Dam was last inspected on February 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.