Spring Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Leon Dam Langston Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Spring Lake Dam, located in Salem, Arkansas, was completed in 1970 and stands at a height of 15 feet with a length of 550 feet.
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Summary
This earth-type dam serves a primary purpose of recreation and has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. Situated on the Pine Creek-Os river stream, the dam is owned privately and is not regulated or inspected by state agencies.
Although the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, it lacks specific data on surface area, drainage area, and maximum discharge. Despite its minimal risk, there is no Emergency Action Plan prepared for the dam, and it does not meet guidelines for emergency preparedness. With an unclear risk assessment and management plan, Spring Lake Dam presents an opportunity for further evaluation and improvement to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and water resources.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
PINE CREEK-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mammoth Spring At Mammoth Spring
|
428cfs |
Spring River At Town Branch Bridge At Hardy
|
401cfs |
North Fork River Near Tecumseh
|
394cfs |
White River At Calico Rock
|
12100cfs |
White River Near Norfork
|
6180cfs |
Bryant Creek Near Tecumseh
|
222cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Spring Lake Dam