Darbys Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Darbys Pond Dam, located in Perry County, Arkansas, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1961 with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

The dam, standing at a hydraulic height of 20 feet and a structural height of 25 feet, creates a reservoir with a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Fourche LaFave River-TR and is managed by the Vicksburg District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite being privately owned, Darbys Pond Dam is not regulated or inspected by the state, with no state permitting, inspection, or enforcement taking place. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place and has not been assessed for risk management measures, it serves as a recreational resource for the local community.

Overall, Darbys Pond Dam offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife watching. With its modest size and low hazard potential, the dam provides a safe and serene environment for visitors to appreciate the beauty of nature while also serving as a vital water resource for the surrounding area.

Year Completed

1961

Dam Length

200

River Or Stream

FOURCHE LAFAVE RIVER-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

70

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

25
       
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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.