Voss Reservoir Dam dam
Voss Reservoir Dam
Voss Reservoir Dam, located in De Witt, Arkansas, was completed in 1953 and primarily serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a height of 12 feet and a hydraulic height of 10 feet, the dam offers a serene 57-acre surface area for activities such as fishing, boating, and birdwatching. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 368 acre-feet, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy the beauty of the LITTLE LAGRUE BAYOU-TR stream.
Owned privately, Voss Reservoir Dam is situated in a low hazard potential area with no state regulation or inspection. While the dam itself is not rated in terms of condition assessment, it continues to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors. With its scenic surroundings and ample storage capacity, the reservoir offers a tranquil escape for those seeking to connect with nature and explore the diverse wildlife that inhabits the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Voss Reservoir Dam remains a beloved destination for recreation in Arkansas. With its rockfill construction and 800-foot length, the dam stands as a testament to both engineering and natural beauty. Visitors can relax and unwind in this peaceful oasis, nestled in the heart of Arkansas's stunning landscape.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Voss Reservoir Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| White River At Devalls Bluff | 10,800 cfs | → |
| Bayou Meto Near Lonoke | 46 cfs | → |
| Bayou Bartholomew At Garrett Bridge | 7 cfs | → |
| Cache River Near Cotton Plant | 120 cfs | → |
| Big Sunflower River At Clarksdale | 0 cfs | → |
| Languille River At Palestine | 958 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Voss Reservoir Dam.
Boat launches
- Monroe County
- Tedford Island Road Arkansas County
- Phillips Road 549 Phillips County
- East Twin City Park Road Prairie County
- Us 70 Prairie County
Campgrounds
- Riverfront Rv Park
- Rising Star
- Merrisach Lake Park - Merrisach Lake
- Pendleton Bend
- Notrebes Bend
- Trulock - Arkansas River
Fishing spots
Track Voss Reservoir Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Voss Reservoir Dam
Where does the data for Voss Reservoir Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Voss Reservoir Dam.