Louisiana Tech Irrigation Pond dam
Louisiana Tech Irrigation Pond
The Louisiana Tech Irrigation Pond, located in Ruston, Louisiana, was completed in 2008 by The Riley Company and serves as a crucial water resource for the state. This earth dam structure stands at a height of 13 feet and has a hydraulic height of 8 feet, with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. The pond covers a surface area of 6 acres and is primarily used for irrigation purposes, with a drainage area of 0.31 square miles.
Managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, this low-hazard pond has been assessed to be in fair condition as of May 2018. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the pond is regularly inspected every five years to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway width of 30 feet allows for a maximum discharge of 900 cubic feet per second, providing essential flood protection for the surrounding area.
The Louisiana Tech Irrigation Pond plays a vital role in supporting agricultural activities in the region, offering a reliable water source for irrigation needs. With its strategic location and efficient design, this pond exemplifies sustainable water management practices and serves as a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of infrastructure, sustainability, and agriculture in Louisiana.
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 Louisiana Tech Irrigation Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Saline Bayou Near Lucky | 296 cfs | → |
| Little Corney Bayou Near Lillie | 246 cfs | → |
| Dugdemona River Near Joyce | 36 cfs | → |
| Bayou Lafourche Near Crew Lake | 2,290 cfs | → |
| Boeuf River Nr Girard | 203 cfs | → |
| Bayou Dorcheat Near Springhill | 68 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Louisiana Tech Irrigation Pond.
Boat launches
- State Park Ranger Road Union Parish
- Ebenezer Church Road 106, Jackson Parish
- Mega Ramp Road Farmerville
- Dogwood Lane Union Parish
- State Route 2 Farmerville
Track Louisiana Tech Irrigation Pond in the Snoflo app
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About Louisiana Tech Irrigation Pond
Where does the data for Louisiana Tech Irrigation 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 Louisiana Tech Irrigation Pond.