Smith Pond No 2 dam
Smith Pond No 2
Smith Pond No 2, located in Franklinton, Louisiana, is a private fish and wildlife pond designed by USDA NRCS in 1959. This Earth-type dam has a height of 11 feet and a length of 338 feet, providing a storage capacity of 168 acre-feet. The pond covers an area of 4 acres and is primarily used for fire protection, stock, small fish pond, fish and wildlife, and recreation purposes.
Managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, Smith Pond No 2 is state-regulated with inspections and enforcement in place. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 23 feet, and it has a low hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of the last inspection in November 2010. Despite its moderate risk level, the pond serves as a vital water resource in the area and contributes to the local ecosystem.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Smith Pond No 2 to be a fascinating case study of a privately owned dam in Louisiana. With its historical significance, environmental impact, and regulatory oversight, this pond showcases the importance of sustainable water management practices in maintaining the balance between human needs and ecological integrity. As efforts continue to improve its condition and reduce risks, Smith Pond No 2 remains a valuable asset for both wildlife habitat and recreational activities in the region.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Smith Pond No 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tchefuncta River Near Folsom | 702 cfs | → |
| Pearl River Near Bogalusa | 19,600 cfs | → |
| Tangipahoa River At Osyka | 321 cfs | → |
| Bogue Chitto River Near Bush | 13,700 cfs | → |
| Bogue Chitto Nr Tylertown | 1,410 cfs | → |
| Tangipahoa River At Robert | 6,760 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Smith Pond No 2.
Boat launches
- East Independence Street 798, Covington
- Water Street Covington
- Walkiah Bluff Road 521, Pearl River County
Track Smith Pond No 2 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Smith Pond No 2
Where does the data for Smith Pond No 2 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Smith Pond No 2.