Middle Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: North Pond Dam South Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Middle Pond Dam, located in Calhoun, Arkansas, is a rockfill dam built in 1943 primarily for water supply purposes.
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Summary
The dam, standing at a hydraulic height of 6 feet and a structural height of 13 feet, spans 2350 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 518 acre-feet. Situated on Caney Creek, the dam serves the surrounding area with a normal storage capacity of 77 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 28.5 acres. Despite its age, the dam is deemed to have a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Owned privately, Middle Pond Dam is not regulated by the state and does not require a permit for operation. While it falls under the Vicksburg District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, it has not been subject to federal funding, construction, or regulatory oversight. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan prepared or updated, and there are no inundation maps or risk assessments available for the site. With a lack of recent inspections and maintenance information, the dam's overall management and safety measures remain unknown. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Middle Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study in the realm of aging infrastructure and the need for proactive monitoring and maintenance in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1943 |
Dam Length |
2350 |
River Or Stream |
CANEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
28.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
6 |
Drainage Area |
1.64 |
Nid Storage |
518 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Moro Creek Near Fordyce
|
1580cfs |
Ouachita River At Camden
|
3820cfs |
Smackover Creek Near Smackover
|
109cfs |
Saline River Near Rye
|
428cfs |
Saline River Near Sheridan
|
405cfs |
Hurricane Creek Near Sheridan
|
33cfs |
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.
Middle Pond Dam