Little Indian Lake No 1 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Little Indian Lake No 1 Dam, located in Pulaski County, Arkansas, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1962 for the primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 27 feet with a hydraulic height of 23 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.42 square miles. The dam is situated on Five Mile Creek-TR and is regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC).

With a surface area of 6.5 acres, Little Indian Lake No 1 Dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 1000 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated" as of the last inspection conducted in 1980. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, and there is limited information available on risk assessment and management measures for the structure.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Little Indian Lake No 1 Dam to be an intriguing subject of study, given its historical significance and potential impact on the surrounding environment. The dam's presence on Five Mile Creek-TR provides valuable insight into the management and regulation of water resources in the state of Arkansas, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and assessment to ensure the safety and sustainability of the structure for future generations.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

588

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

FIVE MILE CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6.5

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

0.42

Nid Storage

72

Structural Height

27

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

27
       
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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.