Frelon Jones Lake Dam dam
Frelon Jones Lake Dam
Frelon Jones Lake Dam, located in Hot Spring, Arkansas, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience. Completed in 1975, this earth dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, providing a serene escape for water enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. With a height of 40 feet and a storage capacity of 190 acre-feet, the dam offers not only recreational opportunities but also contributes to the overall water management in the area.
Managed by a private owner, Frelon Jones Lake Dam is regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam's low hazard potential and not rated condition assessment reflect the careful maintenance and attention to detail that are crucial in safeguarding water resources and mitigating the impacts of climate change. Situated on Ninemile Creek, this dam plays a vital role in the local ecosystem and supports a diverse range of aquatic life.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to advocate for sustainable practices and resilient infrastructure, Frelon Jones Lake Dam serves as a shining example of how effective management and regulation can lead to a harmonious coexistence between human development and natural ecosystems. With its recreational opportunities, storage capacity, and regulatory oversight, this dam stands as a beacon of hope for a future where water resources are protected and climate impacts are mitigated for generations to come.
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 Frelon Jones Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ouachita River At Remmel Dam Above Jones Mill | 302 cfs | → |
| Saline River At Benton | 185 cfs | → |
| West Fork Hot Springs Creek At Hot Springs | · | → |
| Alum Fork Saline River Near Reform | 2 cfs | → |
| Maumelle River At Williams Junction | 2 cfs | → |
| Lake Maumelle At State Hwy 10 Near Wye | 293 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Frelon Jones Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Rivercrest Circle 18, Benton
- Forest Road Garland County
- Stewart Circle 126, Garland County
- West Colonel Glenn Road Saline County
- Us 67 Midway
- Blakely Dam Road Garland County
Campgrounds
- Lake Catherine State Park
- Gulpha Gorge Campground
- Gulpha Gorge - Hot Springs National Park
- Cedar Glades Park
- Lake Ouachita State Park
- Stephens - Lake Ouachita
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Lake Winona Dam To Southern Line Of Sec 16, T2n, R17w
- East Line Of Nw 1/4, Sec 22, T2n, R17w To West Line Of Sec 26, T2n, R17w
- Forest Road 179 To East Line Of Nw 1/4 Sec 22, T2n, R17w
- Headwaters Sec 2, T1n, R20w To Sec 7, T1n, R19w
- Forest Road 132c To Forest Raod 179
- Headwaters Sec 2, T2n, R18w To Forest Road 132c
Track Frelon Jones Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Frelon Jones Lake Dam
Where does the data for Frelon Jones Lake 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 Frelon Jones Lake Dam.