Miss Jenny Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Miss Jenny Lake Dam, located in Cleburne, Arkansas, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1971, this dam on Little Creek stands at a structural height of 23 feet and has a hydraulic height of 18 feet. With a storage capacity of 82 acre-feet, the dam offers maximum storage of 82 acre-feet and normal storage of 36 acre-feet.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition assessment for Miss Jenny Lake Dam is currently marked as "Not Rated." The dam does not fall under state jurisdiction for regulation, permitting, inspection, or enforcement. It is interesting to note that there are no associated structures or outlet gates for this dam, and no inspection frequency has been specified.

While Miss Jenny Lake Dam may not be as well-known as other dams, its role in providing recreational opportunities and water storage for the local area should not be underestimated. As climate change continues to impact our water resources, it is important to monitor the condition and safety of dams like Miss Jenny Lake to ensure their continued functionality and protection of surrounding communities.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

530

River Or Stream

LITTLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

82

Structural Height

23

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

23
       
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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.