Barnes Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Howard County, Arkansas, Barnes Lake Dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Completed in 1973, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 16 feet with a hydraulic height of 13 feet. The reservoir created by the dam has a maximum storage capacity of 63 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 36 acre-feet. Although the dam is classified as having low hazard potential, it has not been rated for its condition assessment.
The dam is situated on Coleman Creek near the town of NONE, and is owned by a private entity. Despite being a private structure, it is not regulated or inspected by the state. The dam does not have any associated structures and has not been modified since its construction. With a spillway width of 0 feet and no outlet gates, the dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are unknown. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate may find Barnes Lake Dam an interesting case study in dam management and safety practices.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
310 |
River Or Stream |
COLEMAN CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Saline River Near Lockesburg
|
73cfs |
Little Missouri River Near Langley
|
44cfs |
Little River Near Horatio
|
3450cfs |
Antoine River At Antoine
|
97cfs |
Cossatot River Near Vandervoort
|
69cfs |
Red River At Index
|
1770cfs |
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.
Barnes Lake Dam