Harbor Lake Dam

BUTLER CREEK-TR· Benton, Arkansas· Built 1978· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Harbor Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 40.4% in AR)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage34 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,166 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDAR01411

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 20, 1990
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BENEFICIAL MANAGEMENT TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harbor Lake Dam?

Harbor 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 Harbor Lake Dam?

Harbor Lake Dam is owned by BENEFICIAL MANAGEMENT TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harbor Lake Dam built?

Harbor Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Harbor Lake Dam?

Harbor Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Harbor Lake Dam?

Harbor Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Harbor Lake Dam last inspected?

Harbor Lake Dam was last inspected on November 20, 1990. 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.