Tupelo Bayou Site 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Tupelo Bayou Site 2, located in Faulkner, Arkansas, is a flood risk reduction dam constructed in 1974 by the USDA NRCS.


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Summary

The dam stands at 34.5 feet tall with an earth core and stone foundation, serving the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Tupelo Bayou-TR river or stream. With a storage capacity of 1191 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.4 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels and mitigating potential flooding in the area.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Tupelo Bayou Site 2 is deemed to have a moderate risk assessment (level 3). The dam's condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," with the last inspection conducted in May 2014. While the dam does not have controlled spillways or outlet gates, its uncontrolled spillway type allows for the release of excess water when needed. With state regulation, inspection, and enforcement in place, Tupelo Bayou Site 2 remains an important asset for water resource management in the region, showcasing a commitment to proactive flood risk reduction measures by local government authorities.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

1660

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TUPELO BAYOU-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

2.4

Nid Storage

1191

Structural Height

34.5

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

35
       
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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.