Sediment Pond 97-E5 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sediment Pond 1d-06 Ben Rush Dam
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Sediment Pond 97-E5, located in Coushatta, Louisiana, is a private water resource structure with a primary purpose designated as "Other." The dam type is classified as Earth, standing at a height of 31 feet with a length of 3000 feet.
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Summary
The pond has a storage capacity of 775 acre-feet and is regulated by the Mine Safety and Health Administration. Despite its low hazard potential, the condition assessment of Sediment Pond 97-E5 is listed as "Not Available," with the last inspection conducted in May 2011.
The structure, not owned or funded by any federal agency, serves various purposes including water supply. It is situated in Red River, Louisiana, under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. While the last emergency action plan (EAP) update status is unknown, the pond's risk assessment, management measures, and inundation maps preparation are also unspecified. With a congressman representing the area as Mike Johnson (R), Sediment Pond 97-E5 stands as a vital component in the local water resource management system, contributing to the community's water supply needs while maintaining a low-risk profile.
As an Earth-type dam, Sediment Pond 97-E5 plays a critical role in managing water resources in the region, emphasizing safety and regulatory compliance under the oversight of the Mine Safety and Health Administration. While lacking recent condition assessment data and specific risk management measures, the pond's low hazard potential suggests a stable operational status. Moving forward, updated inspections and emergency preparedness protocols can enhance the overall safety and efficiency of Sediment Pond 97-E5, ensuring its continued contribution to water supply and management efforts in Red River, Louisiana.
Dam Length |
3000 |
Dam Height |
31 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
775 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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.
Sediment Pond 97-E5