Capdeboscq Pond No. 1 dam
Capdeboscq Pond No. 1
Capdeboscq Pond No. 1, located in Tangipahoa, Louisiana, is a private recreational water resource regulated by the Louisiana DOTD. Built in 1969, this Earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 400 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 362 acre-feet. The pond covers an expansive surface area of 18.1 acres and is primarily used for recreational purposes, offering a serene escape for water and climate enthusiasts alike.
Despite its age, Capdeboscq Pond No. 1 has a low hazard potential and has not been officially rated for its condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not undergone any modifications in recent years. While it has not been inspected since November 2010, its inspection frequency is set at 5 years. As a moderate risk water structure, there is a need for further evaluation and potentially implementing risk management measures to ensure the safety and sustainability of this beloved recreational spot in Louisiana.
For those interested in water resource management and climate resilience, Capdeboscq Pond No. 1 serves as a fascinating case study in the intersection of recreational usage, regulatory oversight, and risk assessment. As the dam continues to stand as a symbol of human-engineered water infrastructure, its maintenance and monitoring will be crucial in safeguarding the surrounding environment and ensuring the enjoyment of visitors for years to come.
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 Capdeboscq Pond No. 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tchefuncta River Near Folsom | 497 cfs | → |
| Tangipahoa River At Robert | 3,750 cfs | → |
| Natalbany River At Baptist | 290 cfs | → |
| Tickfaw River At Holden | 3,180 cfs | → |
| Tangipahoa River At Osyka | 235 cfs | → |
| Tickfaw River At Liverpool | 192 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Capdeboscq Pond No. 1.
Track Capdeboscq Pond No. 1 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 Capdeboscq Pond No. 1
Where does the data for Capdeboscq Pond No. 1 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 Capdeboscq Pond No. 1.