Marston-Dunn Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Marston-Dunn Pond, located in Caddo, Louisiana, is a private water resource that serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, this earth dam stands at 18 feet in height and stretches 800 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet. The pond covers an area of 10 acres with a drainage area of 174 square miles, offering a serene retreat for water and climate enthusiasts.

Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Marston-Dunn Pond is subject to regular inspections every five years, with the last assessment conducted in June 2018. The pond's spillway type is labeled as 'Uncontrolled', with a spillway width of 0. In case of emergency, the risk assessment for Marston-Dunn Pond is categorized as moderate (3), indicating the need for proper risk management measures to ensure the safety and sustainability of this recreational water source. With its picturesque location and modest yet crucial role in the local environment, Marston-Dunn Pond is a vital resource for both leisure and ecological balance in the region.

Dam Length

800

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

N/A

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

174

Nid Storage

86

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

Needle - 0

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

18
       
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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.