Lake Russellville Dam dam
Lake Russellville Dam
Lake Russellville Dam, located in Pope County, Arkansas, was completed in 1911 and serves as a vital structure for recreational activities in the area. The dam, standing at 26 feet high and 351 feet long, holds a maximum storage capacity of 1800 acre-feet of water from the Illinois Bayou. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, providing opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities for visitors to enjoy.
Although the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential, it is regulated and inspected by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam is built primarily from earth and has a hydraulic height of 26 feet, making it a significant feature in the region's water resource management. Additionally, the dam is situated in a picturesque location, offering scenic views and opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore the surrounding area.
As an essential component of the local government's infrastructure, Lake Russellville Dam not only provides recreational benefits but also contributes to the overall water resource management in the region. With its historical significance and functional purpose, the dam remains a valuable asset for the community and a popular destination for water and climate enthusiasts seeking to appreciate the beauty and significance of water resources in Arkansas.
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 Lake Russellville Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois Bayou Near Scottsville | 1,860 cfs | → |
| Big Piney Creek At Highway 164 Near Dover | 1,490 cfs | → |
| West Fork Point Remove Creek Near Hattieville | 1,330 cfs | → |
| Petit Jean River At Danville | 1,710 cfs | → |
| Fourche Lafave River Near Aplin | 1,810 cfs | → |
| Richland Creek Near Witts Spring | 463 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lake Russellville Dam.
Boat launches
- Wildlife Observation Trail Pope County
- Lake Front Drive Illinois Township
- Piney Bay Campground Johnson County
- Spadra Park Boat Ramp
- Cane Creek Recreation Road 2199, Logan County
- Cove Lake Bathhouse Road Logan County
Campgrounds
- Riverview - Lake Dardanelle
- Lake Dardanelle State Park
- Mount Nebo State Park
- Piney Bay - Lake Dardanelle
- Long Pool
- Long Pool Recreation Area
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- North Fork Illinois Bayou To Headwaters Below Pedestal Rock
- Headwaters Sec 2, T2n, R18w To Forest Road 132c
- Forest Road 132c To Forest Raod 179
- Headwaters Sec 2, T1n, R20w To Sec 7, T1n, R19w
- Forest Road 179 To East Line Of Nw 1/4 Sec 22, T2n, R17w
- East Line Of Nw 1/4, Sec 22, T2n, R17w To West Line Of Sec 26, T2n, R17w
Track Lake Russellville Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Lake Russellville Dam
Where does the data for Lake Russellville 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 Lake Russellville Dam.