Styers' Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Styers' Dam, located in Paron, Arkansas, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

Completed in 1984, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 390 feet, providing a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Mill Creek-TR river/stream and falls under the jurisdiction of the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Styers' Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state of Arkansas. The dam is equipped with outlet gates and has a maximum discharge capacity of 213 cubic feet per second. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it has not undergone any modifications since its last inspection in 1990. As an important water resource structure, Styers' Dam also supports recreational activities in addition to its main irrigation function.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Styers' Dam to be a fascinating structure, contributing to the management of water resources in Saline County, Arkansas. Its strategic location on the Mill Creek-TR river/stream, along with its storage capacity and discharge capabilities, make it a significant asset for the local community. As a privately owned dam with state regulation and inspection, Styers' Dam plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water usage for irrigation and recreational purposes in the area.

Year Completed

1984

Dam Length

390

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

MILL CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Drainage Area

0.2

Nid Storage

60

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.