Childers Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Childers Lake Dam, located in Tichnor, Arkansas, was completed in 1967 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

The dam, with a height of 20 feet and a hydraulic height of 16 feet, stands at 1390 feet long and has a storage capacity of 464 acre-feet. Situated on Campground Branch-TR, the dam is owned and maintained by a private entity, with design credits going to the USDA NRCS.

With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Childers Lake Dam provides a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities. The dam's location in Arkansas, within the Memphis District, offers visitors a tranquil escape surrounded by nature. Despite not being state regulated or inspected, the dam continues to serve as a popular spot for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation, making it a must-visit destination for those interested in water resources and climate.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

1390

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

CAMPGROUND BRANCH-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

60

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

0.55

Nid Storage

464

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.