Hall Lake Dam dam
Hall Lake Dam
Hall Lake Dam, located in Crawford, Arkansas, was completed in 1959 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a recreational water resource along the Mays Branch-TR river or stream. This private earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet with a length of 200 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering a serene spot for water and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite being state-regulated with no enforcement or inspection, Hall Lake Dam poses a low hazard potential with a condition assessment of "Not Rated." The dam has not undergone any modifications since its completion and lacks emergency action plans or risk management measures. However, its tranquil setting and recreational opportunities make it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful escape in the heart of Arkansas.
Overall, Hall Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and the role of dams in providing recreational opportunities for local communities. As a private structure with minimal federal involvement, it highlights the potential for grassroots initiatives in preserving and utilizing natural resources for public benefit. For water and climate enthusiasts, Hall Lake Dam offers a picturesque setting to appreciate the beauty of nature while engaging in recreational activities.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Hall Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas River At Ft. Smith | 232 cfs | → |
| Lee Creek Near Short | 89 cfs | → |
| Mulberry River Near Mulberry. Ar | 227 cfs | → |
| James Fork Near Hackett | 17 cfs | → |
| Lee Creek At Short | 77 cfs | → |
| Jack Creek Near Winfrey | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hall Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Brown Quail Trace Barling
- Old Harbor Road 10766, Fort Smith
- North Water Street 2885, Van Buren
- Ok 9a Arkoma
- Fort Coffee
Campgrounds
- Fort Smith Alma Rv Park
- Fort Chaffee Rv Military
- River Ridge - Ozark Lake
- Lee Creek Public Use Area
- Vine Prairie
- Charleston Lake
Fishing spots
Track Hall Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Hall Lake Dam
Where does the data for Hall Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Hall Lake Dam.