Worldwide Missionary Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sherwood Lake Dam Spring Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 30, 2025
Worldwide Missionary Dam, located in Sharp, Arkansas, was completed in 1978 and serves a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This privately owned Earth dam stands at a height of 19.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. Situated on Big Barn Creek, the dam covers a surface area of 12 acres and is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities.
Despite being privately owned, Worldwide Missionary Dam has a high hazard potential, as indicated by its classification. The dam has not been rated for its condition and was last inspected in 1994. While it has not undergone any modifications or improvements in recent years, the dam continues to be a significant feature in the area, attracting visitors seeking a picturesque and tranquil setting for leisure activities.
With its scenic location and potential for outdoor recreation, Worldwide Missionary Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and the need for continued monitoring and assessment of dams to ensure public safety. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the dam's role in providing a source of leisure while also recognizing the responsibility of maintaining and securing such structures for the well-being of both the environment and the community.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
19.5 |
River Or Stream |
BIG BARN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
20 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Worldwide Missionary Dam