Helmich Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Maertens Lake Dam Meyers Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Helmich Lake Dam, located in Bryant, Arkansas, was completed in 1953 and is primarily owned and managed by a private entity.
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Summary
The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and as a small fish pond. With a hydraulic height of 11 feet and a structural height of 13 feet, Helmich Lake Dam has a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 175 cubic feet per second.
Despite its low hazard potential, Helmich Lake Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, with a condition assessment of "Not Rated". The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has not been rated for its overall condition. While the dam does not fall under state jurisdiction for regulation or inspection, it is still an important structure for water resource management in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Helmich Lake Dam serves as an intriguing case study in the diverse purposes and management approaches of privately-owned dams in the United States.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
655 |
River Or Stream |
HURRICANE CREEK-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Helmich Lake Dam