Blue Basin Lake Dam dam
Blue Basin Lake Dam
Blue Basin Lake Dam, located in Randolph County, Arkansas, was completed in 1967 for the primary purpose of recreation. The dam, standing at a height of 15 feet with a length of 300 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 225 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 195 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is not currently rated for its condition and has not been inspected in recent years.
Situated on the Eleven Point River, Blue Basin Lake Dam is a privately owned earth dam that provides opportunities for outdoor activities in the area. The dam's location in the city of Birdell offers a picturesque setting for fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. With its tranquil waters and surrounding natural beauty, the dam serves as a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to connect with the environment.
Although lacking in recent assessments and emergency preparedness measures, Blue Basin Lake Dam remains a significant landmark in the region, contributing to the conservation and enjoyment of water resources in Arkansas. As a symbol of the importance of sustainable water management, the dam serves as a reminder of the need to prioritize the protection and preservation of our natural habitats for future generations to appreciate and enjoy.
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 Blue Basin Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Black River At Pocahontas | 3,240 cfs | → |
| Elevenpoint River Near Ravenden Springs | 607 cfs | → |
| Spring River At Imboden | 447 cfs | → |
| Black River At Black Rock | 4,500 cfs | → |
| Spring River At Town Branch Bridge At Hardy | 377 cfs | → |
| Current River At Doniphan | 1,960 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Blue Basin Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Sharp County
- Highway 142 River Access
- East Walnut Street Oregon County
- Beach Road Hardy
- Highland Fun Park
- State Highway 168 Greene County
Campgrounds
- Morgan Spring Float Camp
- Fourche Lake Recreation Area
- Boze Mill Float Camp
- Float Camp Recreation Area
- Float Camp
- Deer Leap Recreation Area
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
Track Blue Basin Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Blue Basin Lake Dam
Where does the data for Blue Basin Lake 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 Blue Basin Lake Dam.