Lake Pauline Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Pauline Dam, located in Saline County, Arkansas, is a privately owned structure that serves as a recreational area for water and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

Completed in 1956, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 387 acre-feet. With a maximum discharge rate of 1715 cubic feet per second, the dam poses a high hazard potential and is regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission.

The dam, situated on Depot Creek Tributary, offers a surface area of 14 acres and a drainage area of 1.24 square miles. Despite being ungraded in terms of condition assessment, the structure has a normal storage capacity of 147 acre-feet and a structural height of 26 feet. The Little Rock District of the US Army Corps of Engineers oversees the dam, which has not been modified since its completion and lacks an Emergency Action Plan.

Given its pivotal role in providing recreational opportunities and water storage in the region, Lake Pauline Dam stands as a significant landmark for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Its historical significance and environmental impact underscore the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and sustainability of this vital infrastructure.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

785

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

DEPOT CREEK TRIB.

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Hydraulic Height

19

Drainage Area

1.24

Nid Storage

387

Structural Height

26

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

26
       
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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.