Lake Kimberly Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Kimberly Dam in Independence, Arkansas, is a private earth dam completed in 1976 primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Situated on DOTA Creek, this dam stands at a height of 29 feet with a structural height of 35 feet and a length of 700 feet, providing a normal storage capacity of 290 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated, the dam offers a serene 27-acre surface area for water enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities.

Managed by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission, the dam is state-regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure safety and compliance with regulations. Although the last inspection was conducted in 2011, the dam has a low hazard potential and is considered to be in good condition. Emergency action plans are not rated, and risk assessments are yet to be conducted.

Additionally, the dam features a maximum discharge rate of 750 cubic feet per second, providing a controlled release of water to prevent overflow. Despite its modest size and storage capacity, Lake Kimberly Dam offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty of nature and engage in various water-based activities in a safe and regulated environment.

Year Completed

1976

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

DOTA CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

27

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

0.9

Nid Storage

290

Structural Height

35

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

35
       
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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.