Northwood Hills Country Club Pond, located in Blanchard, Louisiana, is a private water resource managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.
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This earth dam structure, completed in 1960, serves primarily for irrigation purposes but also supports recreation and water supply needs in the area. With a dam height of 15 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 113 acre-feet, the pond covers a surface area of 15 acres and is fed by McCain Creek.
The dam's spillway, of uncontrolled type, has a width of 90 feet to manage a maximum discharge of 277 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as fair, with inspection frequencies occurring every three years. The risk assessment of the pond is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk, though specific risk management measures and emergency preparedness details are not provided in the data. Overall, Northwood Hills Country Club Pond stands as a vital water resource in the region, balancing agricultural needs with environmental stewardship and recreational amenities.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1010 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
MCCAIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.34 |
Nid Storage |
113 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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341cfs |
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