Baltz Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Baltz Lake Dam, located in Pocahontas, Arkansas, was completed in 1970 and serves as a recreational facility for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

The dam is situated on Mansker Creek and has a hydraulic height of 15 feet with a structural height of 15 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 156 acre-feet, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing.

The dam is classified as an earth dam and spans a length of 425 feet. Despite its age, the dam remains in a condition that is not rated, with a significant hazard potential. The last inspection was conducted in May 1991, and there is no current inspection frequency specified. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, there is no emergency action plan in place, and the risk assessment and management measures are not specified.

Overall, Baltz Lake Dam offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities in Randolph County, Arkansas. However, with its significant hazard potential and lack of recent inspections and emergency preparedness measures, it is essential for authorities to prioritize the safety and maintenance of this water resource infrastructure for the benefit of the surrounding community and the environment.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

425

River Or Stream

MANSKER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

180

Structural Height

15

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

15
       
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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.