North Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

North Pond Dam, located in Calhoun, Arkansas, is a rockfill dam completed in 1943 with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 19 feet, with a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a structural height of 20 feet. It has a length of 3050 feet and a storage capacity of 600 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 280 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Locust Bayou and is owned by a private entity, with no state regulation or inspection in place.

Although North Pond Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, the last inspection took place in 2008. The dam has not been modified in recent years, and there is no Emergency Action Plan in place. Despite these factors, the dam provides recreational opportunities for the local community and maintains a stable water supply for the surrounding area. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts may find North Pond Dam to be an interesting case study in the management and maintenance of recreational water structures in rural settings, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and emergency preparedness.

Year Completed

1943

Dam Length

3050

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

LOCUST BAYOU

Primary Dam Type

Rockfill

Surface Area

101

Hydraulic Height

10

Drainage Area

2.8

Nid Storage

600

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

20
       
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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. 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

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, 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.