Lee Britten Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Goforth Lake Dam R L Knies Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lee Britten Lake Dam, located in Batesville, Arkansas, was completed in 1947 and serves as a recreational spot for water enthusiasts.
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Summary
The dam, with a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a length of 300 feet, is primarily used for recreation purposes and has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. Situated on Gravel Creek-OS, the dam is privately owned and not regulated by the state, with no state inspections or enforcement in place.
Despite being considered significant in terms of hazard potential, the condition of Lee Britten Lake Dam is currently not rated. Emergency action plans and risk assessments are also not available for this dam. The lack of state jurisdiction and inspection frequency raises concerns about the safety and maintenance of this recreational structure, highlighting the need for proactive risk management measures to ensure the long-term functionality and safety of the dam for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
300 |
River Or Stream |
GRAVEL CREEK-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
White River At Batesville
|
43800cfs |
Black River At Elgin Ferry
|
3850cfs |
White River At Newport
|
12100cfs |
Little Red River Near Dewey
|
1340cfs |
Black River At Black Rock
|
4380cfs |
Spring River At Imboden
|
563cfs |
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.
Lee Britten Lake Dam