Davis Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Graysons Dam Hassics
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Davis Lake Dam, located in Ouachita, Arkansas, serves as a vital recreational resource in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 18 feet, with a hydraulic height of 15 feet. The dam boasts a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet, providing ample water for various recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming on its 7.1-acre surface area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Davis Lake Dam has not been recently inspected or rated for its condition. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are also not available, raising concerns about the level of preparedness in case of an emergency. However, with its picturesque location along the Smackover Creek-TR river, the dam continues to attract water resource and climate enthusiasts who appreciate its serene surroundings and recreational opportunities.
As a privately owned structure, Davis Lake Dam falls outside the jurisdiction of state regulatory agencies, with no state permitting, inspection, or enforcement requirements in place. While the dam's primary purpose is recreation, its lack of recent assessments and emergency preparedness measures underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and longevity of this essential water resource.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
550 |
River Or Stream |
SMACKOVER CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Smackover Creek Near Smackover
|
109cfs |
Ouachita River At Camden
|
3820cfs |
Bayou Dorcheat Near Springhill
|
205cfs |
Little Corney Bayou Near Lillie
|
358cfs |
Moro Creek Near Fordyce
|
1580cfs |
Antoine River At Antoine
|
97cfs |
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.
Davis Lake Dam