Hickey Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Forest Lake 5 Dam Forest Lake 6 Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hickey Lake Dam, located in Forrest City, Arkansas, was completed in 1948 and serves as a recreational water resource on the L'Anguile River.
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Summary
The dam is privately owned and stands at a height of 19 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. With a surface area of 6 acres and a drainage area of 0.11 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and storage in the region.
Despite its age, Hickey Lake Dam has a high hazard potential due to its condition being currently rated as "Not Rated." The last inspection date recorded for the dam was back in 1979, highlighting the need for regular maintenance and assessment to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam poses a significant risk in the event of a breach or failure, underscoring the importance of implementing proper risk management measures and emergency action plans to mitigate potential dangers to surrounding communities and the environment.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the historical significance and recreational value of Hickey Lake Dam, while also recognizing the urgent need for updated inspections, risk assessments, and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of this vital infrastructure. With its location in St. Francis County and proximity to the Little Rock District, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible water resource management and the potential consequences of neglecting critical infrastructure in the face of changing climate patterns and environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
468 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
L'ANGUILE RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
0.11 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Languille River At Palestine
|
11cfs |
Languille River Near Colt
|
12cfs |
Cache River Near Cotton Plant
|
104cfs |
White River At Georgetown
|
11200cfs |
White River Near Augusta
|
11700cfs |
Mississippi River At Memphis
|
235000cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Hickey Lake Dam