Querbes Pond dam
Querbes Pond
Querbes Pond, also known as Querbes Pond/Lakeland Farm, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Bethany, Louisiana. Managed by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam was completed in 1952 and has a dam height of 25 feet and a structural height of 28 feet. With a storage capacity of 817 acre-feet and a surface area of 55 acres, Querbes Pond serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and recreation in addition to its primary function of supporting fish and wildlife.
Situated in Caddo County, Louisiana, Querbes Pond is regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 300 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 8,736 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition assessment of Querbes Pond is rated as fair with a moderate risk level. The last inspection in November 2020 indicated that the pond meets guidelines and is up to date with emergency preparedness measures.
With its scenic location and diverse ecosystem, Querbes Pond is not only a vital resource for fish and wildlife but also a recreational haven for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Its rich history dating back to 1952, combined with its moderate risk level and fair condition, make Querbes Pond a fascinating subject for those interested in the intersection of water management, environmental conservation, and climate resilience.
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 Querbes Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cypress Bayou Near Keithville | 124 cfs | → |
| Sabine Rv Nr Carthage | 7,250 cfs | → |
| Sabine Rv Nr Beckville | 315 cfs | → |
| Red Chute Bayou At Sligo | 266 cfs | → |
| Bayou Grand Cane Near Stanley | · | → |
| Big Cypress Ck Abv Sh 43 Nr Karnack | 178 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Querbes Pond.
Boat launches
- County Road 317a Panola County
- Arthur Ray Teague Parkway Trail Bossier City
- Lake Trail Bossier City
- Boat Launch Road Harrison County
Campgrounds
- Caddo Lake State Park
- Earl Williamson Park
- Barksdale Afb Military
- Harmon Lake Dam - Barksdale Afb
- Cypress Black Bayou Rec Area
Fishing spots
Track Querbes Pond 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 Querbes Pond
Where does the data for Querbes Pond 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 Querbes Pond.