White River Lock & Dam No. 3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
3, located in Batesville, Arkansas, was completed in 1908 by the Corps of Engineers and is owned by the local government. This hydroelectric dam stands at 21 feet in height and has a length of 750.7 feet, providing storage of 10,242 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 10,703 square miles. The dam's primary purpose is for hydroelectric power generation, with a maximum discharge capacity of 71,217.7 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, White River Lock & Dam No. 3 has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. Although the condition assessment is not available, the dam has periodic inspections with the last one conducted in July 2018. The Emergency Action Plan was last revised in December 2020, ensuring that the dam meets safety guidelines. With its historic significance, environmental impact, and essential role in water resource management, White River Lock & Dam No. 3 stands as a testament to sustainable energy generation and flood control efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1908 |
Dam Length |
750.7 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
White River |
Primary Dam Type |
Timber Crib |
Surface Area |
1024 |
Drainage Area |
10703 |
Nid Storage |
10242 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
White River At Batesville
|
43800cfs |
North Sylamore Creek Near Fifty Six
|
6cfs |
White River At Calico Rock
|
12100cfs |
Little Red River Near Dewey
|
2100cfs |
Middle Fork Of Little Red River At Shirley
|
74cfs |
Black River At Elgin Ferry
|
3780cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
White River Lock & Dam No. 3