Harvey Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Harvey Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 33.2% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 317 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,680 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00649 |
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
HARVEY GROCERY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harvey Pond Dam?
Harvey Pond 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 Harvey Pond Dam?
Harvey Pond Dam is owned by HARVEY GROCERY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harvey Pond Dam built?
Harvey Pond Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Harvey Pond Dam?
Harvey Pond 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 Harvey Pond Dam?
Harvey Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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.