Brown Heights Pond dam
Brown Heights Pond
Brown Heights Pond, located in Baker, Louisiana, is a local government-owned pond regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. Built in 1954, this Earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a hydraulic height of 8 feet. The pond's primary purpose is listed as "Other," with a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and a surface area of 27 acres. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the pond has not been rated for its condition and lacks an established Emergency Action Plan.
Situated along the TR-White Bayou, Brown Heights Pond serves as a vital water resource for the East Baton Rouge County. Its uncontrolled spillway with a width of 60 feet allows for a maximum discharge of 1028 cubic feet per second. Although the pond has not been modified in recent years and has a relatively low risk level, it is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor its condition and management measures closely. With its vertical lift outlet gates and a history dating back to the mid-20th century, Brown Heights Pond presents an intriguing case study for those interested in water infrastructure and environmental resilience.
As a key feature in the Vicksburg District managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Brown Heights Pond offers a unique perspective on earth dam construction and water management practices. While its current condition assessment is not available, the pond's role in mitigating flood risks and providing essential water storage underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring such vital water resources. For enthusiasts interested in the intersection of water resource management, climate resilience, and infrastructure development, Brown Heights Pond in Louisiana presents a fascinating case study worth exploring further.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Brown Heights Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Comite River Near Comite | 2,890 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Baton Rouge | 597,000 cfs | → |
| Amite River Near Denham Springs | 15,100 cfs | → |
| Comite River Near Olive Branch | 65 cfs | → |
| Amite River At Port Vincent | 18,700 cfs | → |
| Amite River Near Darlington | 1,860 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Brown Heights Pond.
Track Brown Heights Pond in the Snoflo app
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About Brown Heights Pond
Where does the data for Brown Heights Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Brown Heights Pond.