Dwiggins Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Dwiggins Lake Dam, located in Clark County, Arkansas, was completed in 1948 with a primary purpose of recreation, as well as water supply.


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Summary

The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, is an earth dam with a structural height of 23 feet and a hydraulic height of 18 feet. It impounds Mathews Creek-TR and has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 43 acre-feet.

Despite its low hazard potential, Dwiggins Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. It is privately owned and not regulated by the state, with no inspections or enforcement actions reported. The dam does not have a spillway and has not been modified in recent years. The lack of updated emergency action plans and risk assessments raise concerns about the dam's readiness for potential emergencies.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Dwiggins Lake Dam presents an interesting case study in the management of private dams for recreational and water supply purposes. The dam's location in Antoine, Arkansas, and its association with Mathews Creek-TR highlight the importance of sustainable water management practices in the region. As stakeholders monitor the condition and safety of the dam, there is an opportunity to implement risk management measures and update emergency preparedness plans to ensure the long-term resilience of this vital water infrastructure.

Year Completed

1948

Dam Length

302

River Or Stream

MATHEWS CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

70

Structural Height

23

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

23
       
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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.