Giles Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Giles Lake Dam, also known as Giles Pond Dam, is a private earth dam located in Cauthron, Arkansas.
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Summary
Built in 1962, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond, as well as recreational activities. With a hydraulic height of 7 feet and a structural height of 10 feet, Giles Lake Dam has a capacity of 100 acre-feet of water storage, with a normal storage level of 42 acre-feet.
Situated on Pigeon Creek in Scott County, Arkansas, Giles Lake Dam is managed by a private owner and is not regulated by the state. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The dam has a maximum discharge of 236 cubic feet per second and a length of 1580 feet. Despite its small size, Giles Lake Dam plays a vital role in providing water for firefighting, stock watering, and recreational activities in the area.
Although Giles Lake Dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of any state agency, it is an important infrastructure for the local community. As a private earth dam, it represents a valuable resource for water conservation and recreational purposes in the region. With its low hazard potential and capacity to store water, Giles Lake Dam continues to serve its primary purposes while also providing opportunities for outdoor activities and wildlife habitat.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
1580 |
River Or Stream |
PIGEON CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Poteau River At Cauthron
|
129cfs |
Poteau River At Loving
|
136cfs |
Petit Jean River Near Booneville
|
95cfs |
Black Fork Below Big Creek Nr Page
|
6cfs |
James Fork Near Hackett
|
39cfs |
Fourche Lafave River Near Gravelly
|
187cfs |
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.
Giles Lake Dam