Lawson Road Dam #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lawson Road Dam #2, located in Saline, Arkansas, is a significant water resource structure with a hazard potential classified as "Significant." Despite its importance, the dam is not currently regulated or inspected by the state, and its condition is listed as "Not Rated." The dam's primary purpose, design, and specifications remain unspecified, with key details such as height, volume, and completion year not available.


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Summary

Owned by an entity not listed, Lawson Road Dam #2 stands as a mysterious yet critical piece of infrastructure in the Vicksburg District. With no associated structures and a lack of state jurisdiction, the dam's true function and impact on the local water systems remain unknown. As water resource and climate enthusiasts seek to understand the full extent of Lawson Road Dam #2's role in the region, its enigmatic nature adds to its intrigue and importance in discussions surrounding water management and conservation efforts.

Hazard Potential

Significant
       
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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.