Coulter Lake Dam dam
Coulter Lake Dam
Coulter Lake Dam, located in Lockesburg, Arkansas, was completed in 1953 and serves primarily for recreation and water supply purposes. This privately owned Earth dam stands at 17 feet in structural height, with a hydraulic height of 12 feet, and has a capacity of 81 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Bellville Creek-TR, within the Little Rock District, and is overseen by the US Army Corps of Engineers.
With a low hazard potential and a current condition assessment of "Not Rated," Coulter Lake Dam offers a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. While it does not fall under state regulation or permitting, the dam's primary purpose of recreation attracts visitors seeking outdoor recreational activities. The dam's location in Sevier County, Arkansas, alongside its modest storage capacity and history of completion, makes Coulter Lake Dam a noteworthy landmark for those interested in water resource management.
Although lacking detailed information on inspections and emergency preparedness, Coulter Lake Dam remains a picturesque site for recreational activities and water supply in the region. With its serene surroundings and historical significance dating back to the early 1950s, this dam showcases the importance of sustainable water management practices, making it a must-visit destination for water resource enthusiasts looking to appreciate the intersection of infrastructure and natural beauty.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Coulter Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Saline River Near Lockesburg | 57 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Horatio | 1,510 cfs | → |
| Little Missouri River Near Langley | 17 cfs | → |
| Mountain Fork Near Eagletown | 3,050 cfs | → |
| Red River At Index | 10,800 cfs | → |
| Cossatot River Near Vandervoort | 27 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Coulter Lake Dam.
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About Coulter Lake Dam
Where does the data for Coulter Lake 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 below 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.
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.