Stanley Lake No 2 Dam dam
Stanley Lake No 2 Dam
Located in Hempstead County, Arkansas, Stanley Lake No 2 Dam is a private earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for recreational and water supply purposes. Completed in 1968, this 22-foot tall structure impounds the North Fork Ozan Creek-TR and has a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. With a dam length of 728 feet and a drainage area of 0.17 square miles, the dam serves as a low hazard potential structure with a condition assessment currently marked as "Not Rated."
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Stanley Lake No 2 Dam offers opportunities for outdoor recreation in the city of CLOW. The dam's primary use for recreation and water supply highlights its importance in providing leisure activities while also contributing to water resource management in the area. Although not regulated by the state agency or subject to inspections, the dam remains a vital part of the local landscape and supports the community's needs for water storage and recreational activities.
Despite its low hazard potential, Stanley Lake No 2 Dam plays a significant role in the region's water infrastructure and provides a source of enjoyment for residents and visitors alike. As a private entity, the dam's operation and maintenance are overseen by its owners, showcasing the importance of private investment in preserving water resources and supporting recreational opportunities in the area. With its picturesque setting and functional design, Stanley Lake No 2 Dam stands as a testament to the symbiotic relationship between water resources and climate enthusiasts in the region.
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 Stanley Lake No 2 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Saline River Near Lockesburg | 17 cfs | → |
| Antoine River At Antoine | 32 cfs | → |
| Little Missouri River Near Langley | 19 cfs | → |
| Red River At Index | 2,210 cfs | → |
| Caddo River Near Caddo Gap | 41 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Horatio | 654 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Stanley Lake No 2 Dam.
Boat launches
- Okay Landing Howard County
- Cottonshed Lane 601, Howard County
- Saratoga Boat Ramp
- Westview Road Hempstead County
- Sevier County
- Hempstead County
Campgrounds
- Nashville City Park
- Crater Of Diamonds State Park
- Cottonshed Landing - Millwood Lake
- Saratoga Landing - Millwood Lake
- Dam Area - Lake Greeson
- Parker Creek - Lake Greeson
Fishing spots
Track Stanley Lake No 2 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Stanley Lake No 2 Dam
Where does the data for Stanley Lake No 2 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 Stanley Lake No 2 Dam.