Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee in Little River County, Arkansas, stands as a significant earth dam completed in 1968, with a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a structural height of 14 feet.


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Summary

The primary purpose of this private-owned structure, located along Haney Creek-TR, is classified as "Other," with a storage capacity of 4609 acre-feet. Despite its considerable storage capacity, the dam is currently not rated for condition assessment, highlighting potential risks associated with its significant hazard potential.

Managed by private owners, the Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee serves as a critical water resource management structure in the area, providing essential flood control measures and water retention capabilities. The dam's location within the jurisdiction of the state of Arkansas, under the oversight of the Little Rock District USACE, further emphasizes its importance in climate resilience efforts in the region. The structure's emergency action plan status, risk management measures, and overall risk assessment remain undisclosed, indicating a need for further evaluation and preparedness in the face of potential hazards.

With a design focused on earth dam construction, the Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee plays a crucial role in water storage and flood control along Haney Creek-TR. Despite its age, the dam's significant hazard potential underscores the importance of regular inspections, condition assessments, and risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of the structure. As a vital component of the water resource infrastructure in Little River County, Arkansas, the Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges and responsibilities in managing and safeguarding critical water resources in the face of a changing climate.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

18768

River Or Stream

HANEY CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

10

Nid Storage

4609

Structural Height

14

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

14
       
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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.