Surge Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Surge Pond Brown Mud Lake No. 4
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Surge Pond Dam, located in Saline, Arkansas, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1972 with a primary purpose of serving as a water resource for the area.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 110 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 70 acre-feet. It spans a length of 600 feet and is situated on Cold Spring Branch, under the jurisdiction of the Little Rock District.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential and not currently rated for condition assessment, Surge Pond Dam plays a crucial role in water management for the region. With a maximum discharge capacity of 225 cubic feet per second, the dam ensures water supply for various purposes. Although not regulated by the state, the dam provides essential support for agricultural, recreational, and environmental needs in the area.
While lacking in certain regulatory aspects such as state inspection and enforcement, Surge Pond Dam remains a vital structure for water conservation and management in Arkansas. Its strategic location in Goodman, along with its significant storage capacity and hydraulic height of 20 feet, serves as a testament to the importance of such infrastructure in ensuring water availability and security in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
COLD SPRING BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Surge Pond Dam