B J Andrews Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

B J Andrews Pond in De Soto, Louisiana is a privately owned earth dam structure designed by B.J.


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Summary

Andrews in 1982. This recreational pond sits along TR. Cook Creek and has a dam height of 15 feet with a spillway width of 75 feet. With a storage capacity of 143 acre-feet and a surface area of 19 acres, the pond offers a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various water activities.

Managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, B J Andrews Pond is state-regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam has a low hazard potential and is assessed to be in fair condition as of November 2020. The pond's drainage area is 0.6 square miles with a maximum discharge capacity of 1200 cubic feet per second, making it an important water resource in the region.

Located in a picturesque setting in De Soto, Louisiana, B J Andrews Pond provides a recreational oasis for visitors to relax and unwind. With its moderate risk assessment and adherence to state regulations, the pond serves as a valuable asset for both water resource and climate enthusiasts who appreciate the beauty and importance of sustainable water management practices.

Year Completed

1982

Dam Length

655

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TR. COOK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19

Hydraulic Height

11

Drainage Area

0.6

Nid Storage

143

Structural Height

17

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

17
       
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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.