Morrilton Sewage Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Morrilton Sewage Lake Dam, located in Morrilton, Arkansas, is a local government-owned structure that was completed in 1956.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 17 feet and has a length of 200 feet, providing a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet. Situated on Caney Creek-TR, this dam serves a primary purpose other than flood control and irrigation, with a low hazard potential and a current condition assessment of "Not Rated".

Despite not being state-regulated, Morrilton Sewage Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. With its normal storage capacity of 150 acre-feet, the dam helps regulate water flow and maintain water quality for the surrounding community. Although the dam has not been inspected recently, its low hazard potential suggests a relatively low risk to downstream areas, making it an important asset in the local water infrastructure.

As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like Morrilton Sewage Lake Dam will become increasingly important for managing water supply and quality. With a focus on maintaining and assessing the condition of such dams, local governments can ensure the safety and resilience of their water systems in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

200

River Or Stream

CANEY CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

17

Nid Storage

300

Structural Height

17

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

17
       
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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.
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