Jones Lake Dam No 1, located in Toad Suck, Arkansas, is a privately owned Earth-type dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1930 for flood risk reduction along Ouachita Creek.
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Standing at a height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 11 feet and a length of 425 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 220 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 3000 cubic feet per second. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway width is 0 feet, indicating a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
This dam, managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction and recreation. While it is not state-regulated or permitted, it has not been inspected or rated for its condition. With no emergency action plan in place and no inundation maps prepared, the risk management measures for this dam remain unclear. Overall, Jones Lake Dam No 1 presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts due to its historical significance and the potential implications of its condition on the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
425 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
OUACHITA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Nid Storage |
220 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Outlet Area - Blue Mountain Lake
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Waveland - Blue Mountain Lake
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Mount Magazine State Park
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Cameron Bluff
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Spring Lake
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Spring Lake Recreation Area
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