Wilson Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Foster Dam Davis Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Wilson Lake Dam, located in Snipe, Arkansas, is a privately owned structure completed in 1966 for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an earth dam, standing at a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a structural height of 23 feet. With a length of 400 feet and a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet, the dam serves the Ebenezer Branch-Os River.
Despite being labeled as a low hazard potential structure, Wilson Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. However, it boasts a maximum discharge capacity of 1680 cubic feet per second and a normal storage capacity of 38 acre-feet. The surrounding area spans 9.6 acres, with a drainage area of 0.1 square miles. While the dam has not been inspected recently, its emergency action plan has not been updated, and it is unclear if it meets guidelines for risk management.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Wilson Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned dam in a rural setting. The structure's modest size and purposeful design for local needs offer insights into the intersection of human development and environmental stewardship. As interest in sustainable water management grows, monitoring the condition and risk potential of dams like Wilson Lake Dam becomes increasingly important to ensure the safety and longevity of such critical infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
400 |
River Or Stream |
EBENEZER BRANCH-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
23 |
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 |
Red River At Spring Bank
|
7140cfs |
Moro Creek Near Fordyce
|
1580cfs |
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.
Wilson Lake Dam