Earl Fontenot Jr. Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Indian Lake Dam Negro Lake Dam
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
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Summary
Pond, also known as Fontenots Pond, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Evangeline, Louisiana. Built in 1967 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam structure stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 124 acre-feet. The pond covers a surface area of 12.4 acres with a drainage area of 0.09 square miles, and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation.
Managed and regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, Earl Fontenot Jr. Pond has a low hazard potential and is rated in fair condition as of the last inspection in May 2017. The uncontrolled spillway has a width of 50 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 470 cubic feet per second. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the pond's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are currently unspecified. Overall, this pond provides a valuable habitat for fish and wildlife, as well as recreational opportunities for the local community.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
330 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BAYOU COCODRIE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
124 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Earl Fontenot Jr. Pond