Broadmoor Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 23, 2025

Broadmoor Lake Dam in Little Rock, Arkansas, stands as a significant structure on Coleman Creek-TR, managed by a private entity with state regulation.


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Summary

Completed in 1952, this earth dam stands at 26 feet in height and stretches 625 feet in length, serving primarily for recreation purposes. With a storage capacity of 92 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 86 cubic feet per second, the dam boasts a surface area of 16 acres and drains an area of 0.2 square miles.

Despite its fair condition assessment, the Broadmoor Lake Dam presents a high hazard potential, urging the need for regular inspections and risk management measures. The last inspection in May 2019 revealed its fair condition, with an inspection frequency of zero. The dam's emergency action plan status remains unknown, highlighting the importance of updated emergency contacts and preparedness guidelines to mitigate potential risks.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts can recognize Broadmoor Lake Dam as a vital recreational infrastructure in Pulaski, Arkansas, ensuring the safety of surrounding communities and the environment. Its location under state jurisdiction and regulation by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC) underscores the importance of responsible management and maintenance practices to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure the dam's long-term resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1952

Dam Length

625

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

COLEMAN CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

0.2

Nid Storage

92

Structural Height

26

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

26
       
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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.