Saddler Pond No 4 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Saddler Pond No 3 Saddler Pond No 1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Saddler Pond No 4, located in Springridge, Louisiana, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of water supply.
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Summary
This dam, constructed on the Tributary Boggy Bayou, stands at a height of 20 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 69.6 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is in fair condition as of the last inspection in April 2019.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 90 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 800 cubic feet per second. It covers a surface area of 5.8 acres and drains a 0.24 square mile watershed. Despite being privately owned, Saddler Pond No 4 is regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of dams will find Saddler Pond No 4 an intriguing case study. Its moderate risk assessment and the necessity of emergency action plans highlight the importance of monitoring and maintaining such structures to prevent potential hazards and ensure the continued supply of water for the surrounding area.
Dam Length |
451 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY BOGGY BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.24 |
Nid Storage |
69.6 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Needle - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cypress Bayou Near Keithville
|
11cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Carthage
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9200cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Beckville
|
946cfs |
Bayou Grand Cane Near Stanley
|
6cfs |
Red Chute Bayou At Sligo
|
55cfs |
Big Cypress Ck Abv Sh 43 Nr Karnack
|
538cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Saddler Pond No 4