H and P Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
H and P Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 624 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00949 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
T E HAYS AND PIKLINTON
Private
Nearby Dams
Sutton Lake Dam
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 20 ftT A Smith Lake Dam
Hempstead, AR
Low HazardHuett Lake No 3 Dam
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 27 ftHuett Lake No. 2 Dam
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 30 ftOzan Creek Site 13
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 33 ftOzan Creek SWCD Site 12
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 31 ftOzan Creek SWCD Site 11
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 40 ftDuncan Lake
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of H and P Lake Dam?
H and P Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates H and P Lake Dam?
H and P Lake Dam is owned by T E HAYS AND PIKLINTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was H and P Lake Dam built?
H and P Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 H and P Lake Dam?
H and P Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.