Rodgers Lake No 2 Dam dam
Rodgers Lake No 2 Dam
Rodgers Lake No 2 Dam, located in Arkansas, was completed in 1943 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. This earth dam stands at a structural height of 13 feet and a hydraulic height of 10 feet, with a length of 586 feet. It has a storage capacity of 356 acre-feet and a normal storage of 260 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 61.2 acres. Despite being privately owned, the dam is not regulated by the state and has a low hazard potential.
Situated on Mill Bayou-TR, this dam is managed by private owners and has not been inspected or assessed for its condition. While it serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction, it lacks certain regulatory oversight and maintenance protocols. The surrounding area, including Arkansas County, Arkansas, relies on this dam to mitigate potential flooding events and protect the local ecosystem. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is imperative to ensure the continued safety and efficiency of this vital structure, considering its vital role in the region's water management.
Although Rodgers Lake No 2 Dam has not been rated for its current condition, its historical significance and impact on the local water resources cannot be understated. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water management in the region, understanding and monitoring the functionality of this dam is crucial. With further assessment and potential regulatory measures, this dam can continue to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the community against flooding and preserving the delicate balance of the local environment.
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 Rodgers Lake No 2 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bayou Bartholomew At Garrett Bridge | 14 cfs | → |
| White River At Devalls Bluff | 11,500 cfs | → |
| Bayou Bartholomew Near Mcgehee | 44 cfs | → |
| Bayou Meto Near Lonoke | 173 cfs | → |
| Big Sunflower River At Clarksdale | 1 cfs | → |
| Saline River Near Rye | 670 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Rodgers Lake No 2 Dam.
Boat launches
- Tedford Island Road Arkansas County
- Phillips Road 549 Phillips County
- Monroe County
- Saint Marie Park Road Pine Bluff
- Island Harbor Marina Road 1772, Pine Bluff
- Beachfront Drive Pine Bluff
Campgrounds
- Merrisach Lake Park - Merrisach Lake
- Pendleton Bend
- Rising Star
- Notrebes Bend
- Wilbur D Mills
- Trulock - Arkansas River
Fishing spots
Track Rodgers Lake No 2 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Rodgers Lake No 2 Dam
Where does the data for Rodgers Lake No 2 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 Rodgers Lake No 2 Dam.