Days Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Robbins Lake Dam Gentry Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Days Lake Dam, located in Faulkner, Arkansas, is a private earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1958, this dam stands at 20 feet high with a hydraulic height of 14 feet, stretching 401 feet in length. It holds a storage capacity of 190 acre-feet, serving as a crucial water resource in the area.
Situated on Cypress Creek, this dam is under the jurisdiction of the state of Arkansas and is not regulated or inspected by any state agency. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Days Lake Dam plays a vital role in water management and protection in the region. Despite not having an established Emergency Action Plan, the dam continues to provide essential services while posing minimal risk to surrounding communities.
With a primary purpose of fire protection and stock water supply, Days Lake Dam serves as a valuable asset for the local ecosystem. Managed by a private owner, this dam showcases the importance of sustainable water resource management in maintaining a balance between human needs and environmental conservation. As a key component of the area's water infrastructure, Days Lake Dam stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to ensure water security and climate resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
401 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
CYPRESS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
190 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Days Lake Dam