Pike Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Pike Pond Dam, located in Arkansas, was completed in 1958 and serves primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 20 feet and a hydraulic height of 17 feet, impounds the Big Island Chute-OS stream, creating a surface area of 21.3 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 66 acre-feet. The drainage area for the dam is 0.27 square miles, with a maximum discharge of 234 cubic feet per second.
Despite being privately owned, Pike Pond Dam is not regulated by the state and has a low hazard potential. The condition assessment of the dam is currently marked as "Not Rated," with no recent inspection data available. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, and risk management measures are also not specified. The dam is not under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Pike Pond Dam an interesting site for its recreational purposes and the potential ecological impact it may have on the surrounding area. With its modest size and low hazard potential, the dam provides a glimpse into the balance between human activities and nature in water resource management. Further monitoring and assessment of the dam's condition and risk management strategies could offer valuable insights into sustainable water resource practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
335 |
River Or Stream |
BIG ISLAND CHUTE-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
0.27 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Sunflower River At Clarksdale
|
58cfs |
White River At Devalls Bluff
|
10700cfs |
Big Sunflower River Nr Merigold
|
703cfs |
Bayou Bartholomew At Garrett Bridge
|
154cfs |
Languille River At Palestine
|
11cfs |
Cache River Near Cotton Plant
|
104cfs |
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.
Pike Pond Dam