Mockingbird Hill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mockingbird Hill Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 40.4% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,677 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00757 |
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
MOCKINGBIRD HILL RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mockingbird Hill Lake Dam?
Mockingbird Hill 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 Mockingbird Hill Lake Dam?
Mockingbird Hill Lake Dam is owned by MOCKINGBIRD HILL RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mockingbird Hill Lake Dam built?
Mockingbird Hill Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Mockingbird Hill Lake Dam?
Mockingbird Hill Lake 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 Mockingbird Hill Lake Dam?
Mockingbird Hill Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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.