Lake Atkins Dam
Arkansas — Pope County — HORSEHEAD BRANCH
Location
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Pope |
| River | HORSEHEAD BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 35.21583, -92.94000 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| NID Storage | 13,928 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 13,928 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 752 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | July 30, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1946 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | Arkansas Game and Fish Commission |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.