S. Jones Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 30, 2025

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Summary

Jones Lake Dam, located in Dalton, Arkansas, is a private earth dam constructed in 1970 primarily for recreational purposes. The dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet, with a surface area of 6 acres. Situated on TR-Diles Creek in Oregon County, Missouri, the dam poses a high hazard potential, though its condition assessment is currently not rated.

Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, S. Jones Lake Dam remains a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts due to its unique design as an earth dam with a buttress core type. The dam's last inspection was conducted in 1980, and its emergency action plan status and risk assessment remain unreported. With Jason Smith serving as the area's Congressional representative, the dam continues to attract attention for its recreational offerings and potential environmental impact on the surrounding area.

For those interested in water resource management and climate impact, the S. Jones Lake Dam serves as a focal point for understanding the complexities of private dam ownership and the importance of regular inspections and risk assessment. As a recreational structure with a high hazard potential, the dam's condition and emergency preparedness are crucial factors to monitor. With its location in a rural area of Missouri and its history dating back to the 1970s, the dam presents a case study in the intersection of natural resource utilization and environmental stewardship.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Height

21

River Or Stream

TR-DILES CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Drainage Area

140

Nid Storage

67

Structural Height

21

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

21
       
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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.