Swift-Eckrich Dam

PEARSON BRANCH· Madison, Arkansas· Built 1986· Earth· 43 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Swift-Eckrich Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 43 ft (taller than 77.5% in AR)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage190 acre-ft
Normal Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge23,854 cfs
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDAR01501

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 9, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ANRC

Ownership

IVAN H. BOX

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Swift-Eckrich Dam?

Swift-Eckrich 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 Swift-Eckrich Dam?

Swift-Eckrich Dam is owned by IVAN H. BOX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Swift-Eckrich Dam built?

Swift-Eckrich Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Swift-Eckrich Dam?

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

How tall is Swift-Eckrich Dam?

Swift-Eckrich Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Swift-Eckrich Dam last inspected?

Swift-Eckrich Dam was last inspected on December 9, 2009. 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.