Hope Lake Dam

CHIGGER CREEK-TR· Logan, Arkansas· Built 1973· Earth· 65 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Hope Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 65 ft (taller than 91.3% in AR)
Dam Length440 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage326 acre-ft
Normal Storage260 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge359 cfs
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDAR01198

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: December 21, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ANRC

Ownership

ALLY K FARM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hope Lake Dam?

Hope 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 Hope Lake Dam?

Hope Lake Dam is owned by ALLY K FARM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hope Lake Dam built?

Hope Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Hope Lake Dam?

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

How tall is Hope Lake Dam?

Hope Lake Dam has a dam height of 65 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 Hope Lake Dam last inspected?

Hope Lake Dam was last inspected on December 21, 2011. 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.