Huckleberry Creek Dam

HUCKLEBERRY CREEK· Pope, Arkansas· Built 1995· Rockfill· 106 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Huckleberry Creek Dam is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 106 ft (taller than 98% in AR)
Dam Length4,200 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage23.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage17.8K acre-ft
Surface Area509 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge46,590 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDAR01522

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 17, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ANRC

Ownership

CITY CORPORATION RUSSELLVILLE WATER AND SEWER

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Huckleberry Creek Dam?

Huckleberry Creek Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Huckleberry Creek Dam?

Huckleberry Creek Dam is owned by CITY CORPORATION RUSSELLVILLE WATER AND SEWER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Huckleberry Creek Dam built?

Huckleberry Creek Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Huckleberry Creek Dam?

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

How tall is Huckleberry Creek Dam?

Huckleberry Creek Dam has a dam height of 106 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 Huckleberry Creek Dam last inspected?

Huckleberry Creek Dam was last inspected on March 17, 2015. 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.