Robert Breedlove Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: James Walker Dam Sibley Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Robert Breedlove Dam, located in Natchitoches, Louisiana, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1957, the dam stands at 12 feet tall and spans 1180 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet. Situated on TR-YOUNGS BAYOU, the dam has a spillway width of 54 feet and a maximum discharge of 932 cubic feet per second.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition was deemed unsatisfactory during its last inspection in July 2019. The dam is regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure safety and compliance. While the risk assessment is moderate, the dam poses no immediate threat, but ongoing maintenance and risk management measures are necessary to uphold its integrity and safety standards for the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
1180 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-YOUNGS BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bayou Pierre Near Lake End
|
234cfs |
Bayou San Patricio Near Benson
|
8cfs |
Dugdemona River Near Joyce
|
246cfs |
Saline Bayou Near Lucky
|
49cfs |
Bayou Toro Near Toro
|
79cfs |
Sabine Rv At Toledo Bd Res Nr Burkeville
|
132cfs |
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.
Robert Breedlove Dam