Buddy Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cloye's Dam Bridges Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Buddy Lake Dam in White, Arkansas, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1973, this dam on Pine Creek has a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a structural height of 15 feet, with a length of 330 feet. It has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 28 acre-feet.
Despite its low hazard potential, Buddy Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition and lacks an emergency action plan. The dam has not been inspected recently, and there is no information available on its maintenance or risk assessment. With its primary purpose being irrigation, the dam also serves for fire protection, stock, small fish ponds, and recreation in the area.
Located in a rural setting with no state jurisdiction, regulation, or permitting, Buddy Lake Dam stands as a testament to the collaboration between private landowners and federal agencies in managing water resources for agricultural purposes. Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate adaptation can appreciate the role of such structures in maintaining water supply and supporting local ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
330 |
River Or Stream |
PINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Red River Near Dewey
|
2100cfs |
White River Near Augusta
|
11700cfs |
White River At Georgetown
|
11200cfs |
White River At Newport
|
11300cfs |
White River At Batesville
|
43800cfs |
Black River At Elgin Ferry
|
3780cfs |
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.
Buddy Lake Dam