Park Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Park Lake Dam, located in Mansfield, Arkansas, is a private earth dam completed in 1966 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 32 feet and a length of 1180 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 301 acre-feet and serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction, fish and wildlife habitat, and recreation. Situated on Cherokee Creek in Sebastian County, the dam's primary source agency is the USDA NRCS.
Despite its low hazard potential, the condition assessment for Park Lake Dam is currently not available. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan prepared, and the last inspection date is unknown. The risk assessment and management measures for the dam are also unspecified. Although the dam has not been modified over the years and has not experienced any major incidents, it is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to stay informed about its condition and potential risks to ensure the safety of the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
1180 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
Cherokee Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.69 |
Nid Storage |
301 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Poteau River At Cauthron
|
111cfs |
James Fork Near Hackett
|
32cfs |
Poteau River At Loving
|
113cfs |
Petit Jean River Near Booneville
|
83cfs |
Black Fork Below Big Creek Nr Page
|
4cfs |
Poteau River Near Panama
|
483cfs |
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.
Park Lake Dam