Beaver Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Beaver Dam, also known as Beaver Lake, is a federal-owned concrete dam located in Carroll, Arkansas.


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Summary

Completed in 1963, the dam stands at 228 feet high and serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction, hydroelectric power generation, recreation, and water supply. With a storage capacity of 1,952,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 28,220 acres, Beaver Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has implemented various risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of Beaver Dam. These measures include ongoing inspection, maintenance, and monitoring activities, as well as the development of an Emergency Action Plan and Risk Reduction Plan. The USACE also collaborates with federal, state, and local emergency managers to conduct emergency response exercises and closely monitors rainfall forecasts to provide timely flood warnings to downstream communities.

While Beaver Dam has historically performed well in reducing flood risks, extreme rainfall events could still pose a threat to surrounding areas. USACE's proactive approach to risk management and emergency preparedness highlights their commitment to safeguarding downstream communities and ensuring the continued effectiveness of Beaver Dam in managing water resources and mitigating climate-related challenges.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

720

Dam Height

228

River Or Stream

WHITE

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

28220

Hydraulic Height

216

Drainage Area

1186

Nid Storage

1952000

Structural Height

27

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock

Nid Height

228
       
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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.