Atley Donald Pond No 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 10, 2025

Atley Donald Pond No 1, located in Lincoln, Louisiana, is a privately-owned Earth dam structure designed by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.


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Summary

Completed in 1966, this pond has a maximum storage capacity of 158 acre-feet and a surface area of 22 acres, making it a vital resource for fire protection, stock maintenance, and recreational activities. Situated along TR-Cypress Creek, this pond plays a significant role in the local ecosystem and supports a variety of wildlife.

Managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, Atley Donald Pond No 1 has a low hazard potential and a fair condition assessment. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the pond has a controlled unspillway type with a width of 200 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1706 cubic feet per second. Regular inspections ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency, with the last assessment conducted in March 2021. Despite its rural location, this pond serves as a valuable resource for water conservation, biodiversity preservation, and recreational enjoyment in the area.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

650

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TR-CYPRESS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22

Hydraulic Height

15

Drainage Area

0.66

Nid Storage

158

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

18
       
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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. 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

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, 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.