Waldron Lake Dam dam
Waldron Lake Dam
The Waldron Lake Dam, located in Pulaski, Arkansas, was completed in 1948 and serves as a vital water supply source for the area. The dam is privately owned and primarily designed for water storage, with a height of 11 feet and a hydraulic height of 10 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 54 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 30 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in the water management infrastructure of the region.
Despite being privately owned, the Waldron Lake Dam is not regulated by the state and does not require state permitting, inspection, or enforcement. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," the dam is considered to be in relatively good condition. However, emergency action plans and risk management measures are lacking, highlighting the need for increased preparedness and proactive measures to ensure the safety and sustainability of the dam and surrounding areas in the face of potential climate-related challenges.
Located on Clear Creek, the Waldron Lake Dam's significance extends beyond water supply to encompass environmental and climate resilience considerations. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor and advocate for the proper maintenance and management of infrastructure like the Waldron Lake Dam to safeguard water resources, mitigate risks, and adapt to changing climate conditions for the benefit of the community and the environment.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Waldron Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Creek At 36th Street At Little Rock | 11 cfs | → |
| Saline River At Benton | 466 cfs | → |
| Bayou Meto Near Lonoke | 23 cfs | → |
| Hurricane Creek Near Sheridan | 27 cfs | → |
| Maumelle River At Maumelle Dam At Natural Steps | · | → |
| Saline River Near Sheridan | 585 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Waldron Lake Dam.
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About Waldron Lake Dam
Where does the data for Waldron Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card below for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.