Voss Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Eason Lake Dam Wofford Lake Dam
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
Voss Lake Dam, located in Crocketts Bluff, Arkansas, was completed in 1965 with the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
This privately owned dam is a rockfill type structure, standing at a height of 22 feet and a length of 1110 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 392 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 272 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Poplar Creek-TR and falls under the jurisdiction of the Memphis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Voss Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam does not have a designated inspection frequency and there is no emergency action plan in place. The dam has not been modified in recent years and lacks inundation maps, risk assessment, and risk management measures. However, the dam has not been identified as a US Army Corps of Engineers project.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Voss Lake Dam provides an interesting case study in dam management and safety protocols. As a privately owned irrigation dam with limited regulatory oversight, there are potential risks associated with the lack of comprehensive inspections, emergency preparedness, and risk mitigation strategies. Further assessment and enhancement of safety measures may be necessary to ensure the long-term stability and resilience of Voss Lake Dam in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1110 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
POPLAR CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
38.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
392 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Voss Lake Dam