Camp Clearfork Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Camp Clearfork Lake Dam, located in Garland County, Arkansas, was completed in 1938 and serves as a vital recreational resource in the area.


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Summary

The dam is of Rockfill type, with a height of 22 feet and a hydraulic height of 20 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 88 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, offering a surface area of 13 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming.

Managed by the Vicksburg District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Camp Clearfork Lake Dam is situated on Walnut Creek and has a high hazard potential. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, and it lacks updated emergency action plans and risk management measures. With a maximum discharge capacity of 60 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as a critical asset for water resource management in the region, although it is not regulated by the state.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Camp Clearfork Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a historic dam with significant recreational value. As efforts to assess and address its condition and risk management measures continue, the dam remains a focal point for understanding the intersection of water infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and recreational opportunities in the region.

Year Completed

1938

Dam Length

195

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

WALNUT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Rockfill

Surface Area

13

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

88

Structural Height

22

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

22
       
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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.