Burns Pond Dam, located in Vienna, Louisiana, was completed in 2020 and serves primarily for recreation purposes.
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Designed by Coyle Engineering, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet with a hydraulic height of 26 feet, and a length of 538 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 193.67 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 107.11 acre-feet and a surface area of 8.78 acres. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to ensure its safety and integrity.
Although Burns Pond Dam does not have a federal agency owner or funding, it is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, with a maximum discharge of 1200 cubic feet per second. The outlet gates consist of Needle gates, and the dam is built on a soil foundation with buttress and stone core types. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, with a risk level of 3, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential hazards and ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
2020 |
Dam Length |
538 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
NONE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.78 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.12 |
Nid Storage |
193.67 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Needle - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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