Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam
Key Takeaway
Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 69.8% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 800 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 155 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1970 |
| NID ID | LA00736 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LADOTD
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam?
Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam?
Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam is owned by LADOTD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam built?
Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam?
Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam?
Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam has a dam height of 22 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam last inspected?
Bayou Desiard Bartholomew Dam was last inspected on January 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.