Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam

FIVE MILE CREEK-TR· Pulaski, Arkansas· Built 1962· Earth· 23 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 37.6% in AR)
Dam Length530 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage63 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge38 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDAR01233

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 5, 1980
State Regulated: No

Ownership

WINROCK ENTERPRISES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam?

Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam?

Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam is owned by WINROCK ENTERPRISES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam built?

Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam?

Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam?

Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam has a dam height of 23 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam last inspected?

Little Indian Lake No 2 Dam was last inspected on March 5, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.