Ivey Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ivey Lake Dam, located in Polk, Arkansas, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1962 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and spans 267 feet in length. The dam has a storage capacity of 156 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 114 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 15.7 acres and servicing a drainage area of 0.95 square miles along the Pollock Branch.

Despite its low hazard potential, Ivey Lake Dam's risk assessment is rated as moderate, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. The dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," with the last inspection conducted in 2005. While the dam does not fall under state jurisdiction or require permitting, its role in supporting recreation activities and managing water resources in the area underscores its significance for local communities and environmental enthusiasts interested in the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

267

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

POLLOCK BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15.7

Drainage Area

0.95

Nid Storage

156

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

12
       
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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.