Jakey's Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Storm Creek Bear Creek
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Jakey's Lake Dam, located in Helena, Arkansas, is a private earth dam completed in 1960 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Standing at 20 feet high with a hydraulic height of 17 feet, this dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 124 acre-feet and serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities such as fishing and boating. Despite its low hazard potential and not being state regulated, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, suggesting a potential need for further inspection and maintenance.
Situated on Storm Creek-TR, Jakey's Lake Dam is owned privately and has no associated federal agency involvement in its design, construction, or operations. With a spillway width of 0 feet and a maximum discharge of 390 cubic feet per second, the dam's structure spans 330 feet in length, creating a serene lake for visitors to enjoy. While the dam has not been inspected recently and lacks an emergency action plan, its recreational value and picturesque surroundings make it a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.
Despite its lack of state regulation and enforcement, Jakey's Lake Dam provides a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts to experience the beauty of Arkansas. With its historical significance dating back to the 1960s, this private earth dam offers a unique opportunity for recreational activities in the heart of Phillips County. As climate and water resource enthusiasts seek out natural wonders, Jakey's Lake Dam stands as a testament to the symbiotic relationship between man-made structures and the environment, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the scenic landscapes and peaceful waters that define this hidden gem in the Arkansas countryside.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
330 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
STORM CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
124 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Languille River At Palestine
|
4cfs |
Big Sunflower River At Clarksdale
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2cfs |
Languille River Near Colt
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14cfs |
White River At Devalls Bluff
|
9490cfs |
Cache River Near Cotton Plant
|
27cfs |
Mississippi River At Memphis
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186000cfs |
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.
Jakey's Lake Dam