Horne Lake Dam

DERRIEUSSEAUX CREEK-TR· Grant, Arkansas· Built 1955· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Horne Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in AR)
Dam Length495 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge700 cfs
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDAR00631

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 12, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ANRC

Ownership

BOBBY PIERCE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Horne Lake Dam?

Horne 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 Horne Lake Dam?

Horne Lake Dam is owned by BOBBY PIERCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Horne Lake Dam built?

Horne Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Horne Lake Dam?

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

How tall is Horne Lake Dam?

Horne Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Horne Lake Dam last inspected?

Horne Lake Dam was last inspected on December 12, 2007. 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.