Crowley Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Crowley Lake Dam, located in Prairie County, Arkansas, was completed in 1943 and serves as a crucial water supply source in the region.


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Summary

This private-owned earth dam stands at a structural height of 10 feet and has a hydraulic height of 7 feet, with a capacity to store up to 79 acre-feet of water. The dam spans 275 feet in length and covers a surface area of 2.8 acres, with a drainage area of 0.08 square miles.

Despite its modest size, Crowley Lake Dam plays a significant role in water resource management for the area. With a primary purpose of water supply, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While not regulated by the state, the dam's strategic location on Wattensaw Creek-TR contributes to the overall water infrastructure in the region, supporting agricultural, industrial, and residential water needs. As a key component in the local water system, Crowley Lake Dam continues to play a vital role in ensuring water security and resilience in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1943

Dam Length

275

River Or Stream

WATTENSAW CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.8

Hydraulic Height

7

Drainage Area

0.08

Nid Storage

79

Structural Height

10

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

10
       
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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.