Lake Maumelle Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Maumelle Dam, located in Pulaski, Arkansas, is a vital structure for water resource management in the region.


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Summary

Completed in 1957, this earth dam stands at a height of 65 feet and serves as a crucial water supply source for the area, with a storage capacity of 221,000 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Maumelle Creek and has a surface area of 8,900 acres, providing essential water for the surrounding community.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission, Lake Maumelle Dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a high hazard potential due to its location and purpose, the dam plays a significant role in flood control and water management. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose effectively, highlighting the importance of proper infrastructure for water resources and climate enthusiasts in the region.

For water and climate enthusiasts, Lake Maumelle Dam stands as a testament to the crucial role of infrastructure in managing water resources. With its strategic location on Maumelle Creek and vast storage capacity, the dam plays a vital role in supplying water to the community while also serving as a key element in flood control measures. As efforts continue to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the dam, it remains a focal point for those passionate about sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in the region.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

2550

Dam Height

65

River Or Stream

MAUMELLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8900

Hydraulic Height

62

Drainage Area

137.3

Nid Storage

221000

Structural Height

67

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

67
       
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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.
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