Jackson Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Davis Lake Dam Faulkner Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jackson Lake Dam, located in Pulaski, Arkansas, is a privately-owned earth dam completed in 1950 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 8 feet and a structural height of 12 feet, with a length of 600 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 58 acre-feet and a normal storage of 32 acre-feet, serving the Bayou Meto-TR river or stream.
Despite being privately owned, Jackson Lake Dam is not regulated by the state and does not require permitting, inspection, or enforcement. Its low hazard potential and unassessed condition make it a relatively low-risk structure. With a lack of emergency action plans and risk management measures in place, the dam's safety and maintenance may benefit from further attention and assessment by relevant authorities. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Jackson Lake Dam presents an interesting case study in dam management and safety practices in the state of Arkansas.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
600 |
River Or Stream |
BAYOU METO-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Jackson Lake Dam