Boyce Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Boyce Lake Dam, also known as Cargile Lake Dam, is a private dam located in Miller County, Arkansas.


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Summary

Built in 1952, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes. The dam has a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5.7 acres, with a maximum discharge capacity of 360 cubic feet per second.

Situated on Mill Creek, Boyce Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. Despite being privately owned, the dam is not regulated by the state and does not fall under state jurisdiction for inspections or enforcement. While the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, it meets guidelines for risk management measures and has not been assigned a Dam Safety Action Classification (DSAC) date.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Boyce Lake Dam may find its design and construction details intriguing, as well as its location in the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam's association with recreational activities and its minimal impact on the surrounding area make it a noteworthy feature in the region, despite its relatively modest size and storage capacity.

Year Completed

1952

Dam Length

275

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

MILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.7

Hydraulic Height

11

Drainage Area

1.56

Nid Storage

84

Structural Height

15

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

15
       
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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.