Lake Lemay Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Lemay Dam, located in Lonoke, Arkansas, was completed in 1963 and stands at a height of 20 feet with a length of 700 feet.


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Summary

The dam serves a primary purpose of recreation and is classified as an Earth dam type. It has a storage capacity of 130 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 20 acres, making it a popular spot for water activities and outdoor enthusiasts.

Situated on Pigeon Roost Creek, the dam is owned privately and is not regulated by the state. Despite being rated as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated." With a lack of regular inspections and maintenance, there are concerns about the overall safety and emergency preparedness of the structure. However, the dam continues to attract visitors to enjoy its recreational offerings.

The Memphis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers oversees Lake Lemay Dam, but it is not classified as a USACE structure. The dam has not undergone any modifications or upgrades in recent years, and there is no indication of an Emergency Action Plan or risk assessment in place. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to monitor the condition of dams like Lake Lemay to ensure their safety and functionality for both recreational and environmental purposes.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

PIGEON ROOST CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Hydraulic Height

20

Drainage Area

0.3

Nid Storage

130

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

20
       
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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.