Lewis Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

Lewis Lake Dam, located in Union County, Arkansas, was completed in 1969 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The earth dam has a hydraulic height of 6 feet and a structural height of 10 feet, with a length of 750 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 36 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 108 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 8.5 acres.

With a low hazard potential, Lewis Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam overlooks the Cornie Bayou-TR river or stream and is managed by a private entity. Despite not being regulated or permitted by the state, the dam provides valuable recreational opportunities for the surrounding community and visitors.

Although Lewis Lake Dam has not undergone recent inspections or assessments, its construction and design exemplify a commitment to water resource management and public safety. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the dam's contribution to local recreation and its role in sustaining the natural environment of Union County, Arkansas.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

750

River Or Stream

CORNIE BAYOU-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8.5

Hydraulic Height

6

Drainage Area

0.74

Nid Storage

108

Structural Height

10

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

10
       
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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.