Cargill Pond Dam dam
Cargill Pond Dam
Cargill Pond Dam, located in Lafayette, Arkansas, was completed in 1967 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. Managed by a private entity, the dam stands at a height of 20 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet, providing a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is to ensure water availability for various activities such as recreation and livestock management, making it a vital resource for the local community.
Designed by USDA NRCS, Cargill Pond Dam is classified as a rockfill dam with a length of 240 feet and a surface area of 5.7 acres. Despite being considered low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3 due to its uncontrolled spillway type. While the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, it currently meets operational guidelines and contributes to water resource management in the region. As a significant structure in the Field Bayou-TR watershed, Cargill Pond Dam plays a crucial role in maintaining water supply and supporting various water-related activities in the area.
With no state regulation or inspection, the dam's management and maintenance fall solely on the private owner, highlighting the importance of proper stewardship to ensure the safety and functionality of the structure. As climate change continues to impact water resources, Cargill Pond Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices and the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard against potential risks and ensure continued water availability for generations to come.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Cargill Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Red River At Spring Bank | 4,680 cfs | → |
| Bayou Dorcheat Near Springhill | 31 cfs | → |
| Red River At Index | 2,470 cfs | → |
| Sulphur Rv Nr Texarkana | 2,030 cfs | → |
| Smackover Creek Near Smackover | 25 cfs | → |
| Saline River Near Lockesburg | 17 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cargill Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Miller County
- Us 71 Miller County
- Mercer Bayou Boat Ramp
- County Road 109 Miller County
- Ar 160 Miller County
Campgrounds
- Hervey Access Camping
- Fair City Rv Park
- Teague Lake Primitive
- Four States Fairgrounds Rv
- Allens Ferry At Little River
- Highway 157 Primitive
Fishing spots
Track Cargill Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Cargill Pond Dam
Where does the data for Cargill Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Cargill Pond Dam.