Lemac Farm dam
Lemac Farm
Lemac Farm, also known as Bill Lee Pond or Bill Lea Pond, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Keatchie, Louisiana. Managed by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam structure was completed in 1982 and has a height of 27 feet and a length of 490 feet. With a storage capacity of 167 acre-feet and a surface area of 13.9 acres, the pond serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock water, and recreational activities.
The dam, regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 60 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 550 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition assessment of the dam is rated as fair. The last inspection conducted in September 2019 indicated that the structure meets regulatory requirements, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. Overall, Lemac Farm presents a moderate risk level (3) and requires ongoing risk management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality for the surrounding area.
Located in De Soto County, Lemac Farm's proximity to the TR-Cypress Bayou stream and its association with the Fort Worth District of the USACE highlights its significance in water resource management and environmental conservation efforts. With its primary purpose of providing habitat for fish and wildlife, this pond contributes to the local ecosystem and offers a recreational space for residents and visitors. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the sustainable management of structures like Lemac Farm will be crucial for maintaining resilience in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
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 Lemac Farm -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cypress Bayou Near Keithville | 67 cfs | → |
| Bayou Grand Cane Near Stanley | · | → |
| Sabine Rv Nr Carthage | 7,250 cfs | → |
| Red Chute Bayou At Sligo | 259 cfs | → |
| Sabine Rv Nr Beckville | 348 cfs | → |
| Bayou San Patricio Near Benson | 39 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lemac Farm.
Track Lemac Farm 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 Lemac Farm
Where does the data for Lemac Farm 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 Lemac Farm.