White Oak Lake Dam dam
White Oak Lake Dam
White Oak Lake Dam, located in Izard County, Arkansas, serves as a recreational area along the Strawberry River-OS. Completed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 55 feet and spans 800 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 2,000 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 38 acres and drains a 0.5 square mile watershed.
Managed by the local government, White Oak Lake Dam is regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC) and undergoes regular inspections for safety and maintenance. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and assessment. With its primary purpose being recreation, the dam offers a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
While White Oak Lake Dam may not be a major structure in terms of size or capacity, its significance lies in providing a recreational space for the community and serving as a vital resource for water conservation and environmental protection. As efforts continue to ensure the dam's safety and integrity, it remains a focal point for visitors seeking to connect with nature and appreciate the value of sustainable water management in the region.
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 White Oak Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Spring River At Town Branch Bridge At Hardy | 377 cfs | → |
| White River At Calico Rock | 3,240 cfs | → |
| Mammoth Spring At Mammoth Spring | 428 cfs | → |
| North Sylamore Creek Near Fifty Six | 5 cfs | → |
| White River Near Norfork | 1,790 cfs | → |
| White River At Batesville | 43,800 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near White Oak Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Highland Fun Park
- Beach Road Hardy
- Sharp County
- Mcphearson Terrace Baxter County
- Baxter County
- Ar 5 Stone County
Campgrounds
- Georges Cove - Norfolk Lake
- Jordan - Norfolk Lake
- Woods Point - Norfolk Lake
- Quarry Cove - Norfolk Lake
- Blanchard Springs
- Blanchard Springs Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
Track White Oak Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About White Oak Lake Dam
Where does the data for White Oak 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 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 White Oak Lake Dam.