David Gaines Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cashio Dam Taylor Lake
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
David Gaines Pond, located in East Feliciana, Louisiana, is a private fish and wildlife pond designed by the USDA NRCS in 1996.
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Summary
This Earth dam structure stands at 25 feet high and spans 430 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres. The pond serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, recreation, and fish and wildlife habitat, making it a valuable resource for the local community.
Managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, David Gaines Pond is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and compliance with state standards. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the pond poses a moderate risk and is subject to regular inspections every 5 years. The spillway, with a width of 50 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing for controlled discharge during high water events, while the structure's stone core and soil foundation provide stability and resilience in the face of potential hazards.
Despite its modest size, David Gaines Pond plays a significant role in supporting local biodiversity and providing recreational opportunities for residents. With its well-maintained infrastructure and commitment to environmental stewardship, this pond serves as a model for sustainable water resource management in the region, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts alike to admire its beauty and functionality.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
430 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KARR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Comite River Near Olive Branch
|
65cfs |
Comite River Near Comite
|
142cfs |
Amite River Near Darlington
|
316cfs |
Mississippi River At Baton Rouge
|
152000cfs |
Amite River Near Denham Springs
|
636cfs |
Buffalo River Nr Woodville
|
49cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
David Gaines Pond