Hawkins Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hawkins Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 1.8% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 86 acres |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01438 |
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
HAWKINS BROS. FARM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hawkins Lake Dam?
Hawkins 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 Hawkins Lake Dam?
Hawkins Lake Dam is owned by HAWKINS BROS. FARM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hawkins Lake Dam built?
Hawkins Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Hawkins Lake Dam?
Hawkins 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.
How tall is Hawkins Lake Dam?
Hawkins Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Hawkins Lake Dam last inspected?
Hawkins Lake Dam was last inspected on March 16, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.