Crystal Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Crystal Lake Dam is a privately owned earth dam located in Saline, Arkansas.


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Summary

Built in 1973, the dam stands at 18 feet tall and serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a normal storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. Situated on the Fourche Creek, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated in terms of condition assessment.

Although not regulated or inspected by the state, Crystal Lake Dam provides a serene recreational spot for water enthusiasts in the area. With a maximum discharge of 50 cubic feet per second, the dam offers a peaceful setting for fishing, boating, and other water activities. Despite its modest size, the dam contributes to the local ecosystem and serves as a tranquil escape for visitors seeking a connection with nature.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

443

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

FOURCHE CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

122

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
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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.