Hunton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hunton Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 56.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01449 |
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
JERRY F. HUNTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hunton Lake Dam?
Hunton 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 Hunton Lake Dam?
Hunton Lake Dam is owned by JERRY F. HUNTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunton Lake Dam built?
Hunton Lake 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 Hunton Lake Dam?
Hunton 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 Hunton Lake Dam?
Hunton Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Hunton Lake Dam last inspected?
Hunton Lake Dam was last inspected on May 19, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.