Hardin Lake Dam No 2
Key Takeaway
Hardin Lake Dam No 2 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 374 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00803 |
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
M A HARDIN JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hardin Lake Dam No 2?
Hardin Lake Dam No 2 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 Hardin Lake Dam No 2?
Hardin Lake Dam No 2 is owned by M A HARDIN JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hardin Lake Dam No 2 built?
Hardin Lake Dam No 2 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Hardin Lake Dam No 2?
Hardin Lake Dam No 2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.