Weber Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Weber Lake Dam, located in Magnolia, Arkansas, was completed in 1958 and serves as a crucial water supply source in the region.


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Summary

The dam is classified as an Earth type dam, with a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 18 feet. It has a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 42 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Big Creek-TR and has a drainage area of 0.16 square miles.

Despite being privately owned, Weber Lake Dam is not regulated or inspected by the state authorities, with no enforcement or permitting requirements in place. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. Although the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, it meets the guidelines for risk management measures.

Weber Lake Dam provides a fascinating insight into the intersection of water resource management and climate considerations. With its rich history and importance for water supply in the area, the dam stands as a testament to the vital role that infrastructure plays in sustaining our natural resources in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

525

River Or Stream

BIG CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

15

Drainage Area

0.16

Nid Storage

67

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
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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.