Morris Stuart Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Morris Stuart Lake Dam, located in Grady Camp, Arkansas, is a private recreational dam built in 1965 on Blue Hole Branch.
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Summary
With a hydraulic height of 13 feet, this earth dam spans 600 feet and provides a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water activities in the area.
Despite being privately owned, Morris Stuart Lake Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Arkansas and is not regulated or permitted by any state agency. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," the dam has not been inspected recently. However, it continues to serve its recreational purpose for the community while maintaining a safe and stable condition.
Although lacking certain regulatory oversight, Morris Stuart Lake Dam remains a significant feature in the Independence County landscape, providing a source of recreation and enjoyment for locals and visitors alike. With its modest storage capacity and low hazard potential, this earth dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resources in sustaining a healthy environment and supporting outdoor activities in the region.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
600 |
River Or Stream |
BLUE HOLE BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
White River At Batesville
|
43800cfs |
Little Red River Near Dewey
|
2100cfs |
White River At Newport
|
11300cfs |
Black River At Elgin Ferry
|
3780cfs |
White River Near Augusta
|
11700cfs |
Middle Fork Of Little Red River At Shirley
|
74cfs |
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.
Morris Stuart Lake Dam