Beaver Dam - Saddle Dike 3 dam
Beaver Dam - Saddle Dike 3
Beaver Dam - Saddle Dike 3, also known as Beaver Lake, is a concrete dam located in Beaver, Arkansas, owned and managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Built in 1963 for flood risk reduction, this dam also serves purposes such as hydroelectric power generation, recreation, and water supply. With a height of 228 feet and a storage capacity of 1,952,000 acre-feet, Beaver Dam plays a crucial role in managing the flow of the White River and protecting downstream communities from flooding.
This dam has a high hazard potential and is regularly inspected and maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Emergency action plans are in place, and risk management measures are implemented to mitigate potential risks associated with dam operations. The Corps works collaboratively with local emergency managers and the public to raise awareness and readiness for any dam-related emergencies. As severe weather events can impact the dam's operations, continuous monitoring and maintenance are essential to safeguard the surrounding communities and water resources.
In summary, Beaver Dam - Saddle Dike 3 is a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction and water management in the region. With its multiple purposes and risk management strategies in place, this dam exemplifies the importance of proactive maintenance and emergency preparedness in safeguarding water resources and communities from potential hazards.
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Beaver Dam - Saddle Dike 3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kings River Near Berryville | 74 cfs | → |
| War Eagle Creek Near Hindsville | 47 cfs | → |
| Big Sugar Creek Near Powell | 43 cfs | → |
| Osage Creek Near Cave Springs | 31 cfs | → |
| Richland Creek At Goshen | -999,999 cfs | → |
| White River Near Fayetteville | 90 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Beaver Dam - Saddle Dike 3.
Boat launches
- County Road 113 Carroll County
- Black Oak Drive 21149, Garfield
- Farm Road 2250 Barry County
- Turkey Mountain Road Emerald Beach
- Lake Atalanta Loop 140, Rogers
- County Road 4502 Carroll County
Campgrounds
- Dam Site River - Beaver Lake
- Dam Site Lake - Beaver Lake
- Starkey - Beaver Lake
- Indian Creek - Beaver Lake
- Lost Bridge North - Beaver Lake
- Lost Bridge South - Beaver Lake
Fishing spots
Track Beaver Dam - Saddle Dike 3 in the Snoflo app
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About Beaver Dam - Saddle Dike 3
Where does the data for Beaver Dam - Saddle Dike 3 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 High 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 above 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Beaver Dam - Saddle Dike 3.