Jackson Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Clinton Lake Dam Choctaw Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jackson Lake Dam, located in Clinton, Arkansas, was completed in 1964 and stands at a height of 18 feet.
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Summary
The dam, primarily designed for recreation purposes, is owned by a private entity and managed by the USDA NRCS. Situated on Akins Creek-OS, the earth dam has a maximum storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 70 acre-feet. The spillway type is uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 0.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam is classified as having a moderate risk level. However, its condition has not been officially assessed. With no state jurisdiction, regulation, permitting, or inspection, the responsibility for monitoring and ensuring the safety of Jackson Lake Dam falls primarily on the owner and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. As a popular recreational spot, the dam provides opportunities for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and other water-based recreation.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
260 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
AKINS CREEK-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Jackson Lake Dam