Jim Atkins Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jaggers Lake Dam Chemin A Haut Lake
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
Jim Atkins Lake is a privately owned Fish and Wildlife Pond located in Morehouse, Louisiana.
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Summary
Built in 1972, this Earth dam structure stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 40 acre-feet. The lake covers an area of 6.7 acres and serves as a recreational spot for local residents and visitors.
Managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD), Jim Atkins Lake has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in April 2018. The spillway is uncontrolled, with a width of 0 feet, and the outlet gates consist of a Needle gate system. Despite the moderate risk assessment rating, the lake remains a popular destination for fishing and wildlife enthusiasts, offering a serene environment for outdoor activities.
While not under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Jim Atkins Lake continues to be a valuable resource for the community, providing a habitat for various species and a recreational escape for nature lovers. As climate change impacts water resources, maintaining and preserving such bodies of water becomes increasingly important, making Jim Atkins Lake a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
None |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.7 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Outlet Gates |
Needle - 0 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chemin-A-Haut Byu Nr Beekman
|
0cfs |
Bayou Bartholomew Near Jones
|
313cfs |
Bayou Bartholomew Near Portland
|
191cfs |
Bayou Lafourche Near Crew Lake
|
117cfs |
Boeuf River Nr Girard
|
117cfs |
Bayou Macon Nr Kilbourne
|
30cfs |
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.
Jim Atkins Lake