Bateman Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 22, 2025

Bateman Dam, located in NORWOOD, Louisiana, along the TR-RICHLAND CREEK, was completed in 1970 for the primary purpose of Flood Risk Reduction.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 13.5 feet and has a hydraulic height of 7 feet, with a length of 660 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 106 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 205 acre-feet, the dam serves as a crucial structure in managing flood risks in the region.

Owned privately and regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, Bateman Dam is considered to have a low hazard potential and is assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in May 2018. The dam also offers recreational opportunities in addition to flood protection, with a surface area of 15.2 acres available for activities. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway of the dam has a width of 60 feet to manage excess water flow during heavy rainfall events.

With a moderate risk assessment rating and a 5-year inspection frequency, Bateman Dam remains a vital infrastructure for flood management in East Feliciana, Louisiana. Its strategic location and design make it a key component in the region's water resource and climate resilience efforts, ensuring the safety and well-being of local communities in the face of potential natural disasters.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

660

Dam Height

13.5

River Or Stream

TR-RICHLAND CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15.2

Hydraulic Height

7

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

205

Structural Height

10

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

14
       
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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. 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

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, 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.