Henley's Dam
Key Takeaway
Henley's Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 59.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 265 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01466 |
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
MRS. GEORGE F. HENLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Henley's Dam?
Henley's 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 Henley's Dam?
Henley's Dam is owned by MRS. GEORGE F. HENLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Henley's Dam built?
Henley's Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Henley's Dam?
Henley's 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 Henley's Dam?
Henley's Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Henley's Dam last inspected?
Henley's Dam was last inspected on January 12, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.