Ginny Road Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ginny Road Pond, located in Keithville, Louisiana, is a private Fish and Wildlife Pond regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.


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Summary

This Earth dam structure, with a height of 12 feet and a hydraulic height of 11 feet, serves the primary purpose of providing habitat for local wildlife. With a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet and a surface area of 14 acres, this pond plays a vital role in the local ecosystem.

Despite its low hazard potential, Ginny Road Pond has been assessed to be in poor condition as of April 2019. The dam, constructed with a buttress core and soil foundation, has a length of 3160 feet and a spillway type classified as uncontrolled. The pond's maximum discharge capacity is 4 cubic feet per second, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the structure.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Ginny Road Pond to be an intriguing site, contributing to the conservation of natural habitats and water resources in Caddo, Louisiana. As a key component of the local watershed, this pond's risk assessment of moderate level underscores the need for ongoing risk management measures to maintain its integrity and functionality for the benefit of both wildlife and the surrounding community.

Dam Length

3160

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

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Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Hydraulic Height

11

Drainage Area

14

Nid Storage

84

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

Needle - 0

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

16
       
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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.