Simon's Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Blacks Lake Dam No 2 Blacks Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Simon's Dam, located in Faulkner, Arkansas, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1987, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 25 feet and spans a length of 270 feet, with a storage capacity of 142 acre-feet. Situated on the Little Cypress Creek, this dam has a normal storage capacity of 95 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 11 acres, with a drainage area of 0.3 square miles.
Managed and regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission, Simon's Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. Although the dam has not been inspected since its completion in 1987, it is still subject to regular state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite its age, the dam continues to provide valuable recreational opportunities for the community in Saltillo, Arkansas.
With its picturesque location and vital role in the local landscape, Simon's Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience. As water enthusiasts and climate advocates, it is crucial to recognize the significance of maintaining and monitoring such structures to ensure the safety and sustainability of our water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
270 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CYPRESS CK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
142 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Simon's Dam