Lake Cave City Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: 3 Green Acres Estate Lake 1 Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lake Cave City Dam, located in Cave City, Arkansas, was completed in 1956 and stands at a height of 23 feet.
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Summary
The dam serves the primary purpose of recreation, offering visitors a serene and picturesque spot to enjoy outdoor activities. Situated on South Big Creek, the dam has a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 250 acre-feet.
Owned privately, Lake Cave City Dam is not regulated or inspected by the state, and does not have any associated structures or outlet gates. Despite being rated as having significant hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as 'Not Rated'. While the dam does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or inundation maps prepared, it remains a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking a tranquil retreat in the heart of Sharp County, Arkansas.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
300 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
White River At Batesville
|
43800cfs |
Black River At Elgin Ferry
|
3850cfs |
Spring River At Town Branch Bridge At Hardy
|
410cfs |
Spring River At Imboden
|
563cfs |
Black River At Black Rock
|
4380cfs |
White River At Newport
|
12100cfs |
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.
Lake Cave City Dam