Shores Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Shores Lake, located in Ozark, Arkansas, is a picturesque water resource managed by the USDA Forest Service.


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Summary

This masonry dam, completed in 1958, stands at a height of 63 feet and has a storage capacity of 10,906 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the lake is for fish and wildlife conservation, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

With a surface area of 82 acres and a drainage area of 50 square miles, Shores Lake is fed by Hurricane Creek and offers a serene setting for recreational activities. The controlled spillway and valve outlet gates ensure the safety and stability of the dam structure, which has a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating. Despite being not rated for condition assessment, regular inspections conducted by the Forest Service help maintain the dam's integrity and safety standards.

Surrounded by the beautiful landscape of Franklin County, Shores Lake provides a vital habitat for local flora and fauna while also serving as a popular destination for fishing, boating, and hiking. As climate and water resource enthusiasts, experiencing the harmony between conservation efforts and outdoor recreation at Shores Lake is sure to be a rewarding and inspiring adventure.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

769

Dam Height

63

River Or Stream

HURRICANE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Masonry

Surface Area

82

Hydraulic Height

63

Drainage Area

50

Nid Storage

10906

Structural Height

63

Outlet Gates

Valve

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

63
       
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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.