Betty Graddy Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Betty Graddy Pond Dam is a private dam located in Van Buren, Arkansas, along Little Creek.


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Summary

Built in 2009, this dam stands at a height of 37.3 feet and has a storage capacity of 49.7 acre-feet. With a surface area of 3.8 acres and a drainage area of 0.1 square miles, this dam serves a primary purpose of 'Other' and is regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC).

Although the hazard potential of Betty Graddy Pond Dam is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, it is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. The dam has not been assessed for emergency preparedness, but it meets guidelines for an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and has updated emergency contacts. However, there is no information available on the preparation of inundation maps or risk assessment for this structure.

Overall, Betty Graddy Pond Dam provides an important water resource for the area, contributing to the management of water flow along Little Creek. As a privately owned and regulated structure, its maintenance and adherence to state regulations are crucial for ensuring the safety and integrity of the dam and surrounding areas. Further assessment and risk management measures may be necessary to enhance the emergency preparedness and overall safety of the dam in the future.

Year Completed

2009

Dam Length

351

Dam Height

37.3

River Or Stream

LITTLE CREEK - TR

Surface Area

3.8

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

49.7

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

37
       
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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.