Subiaco Dam (Upper) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Subiaco Dam (Upper) in Arkansas, completed in 1948, serves as a crucial water supply source in the area.


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Summary

This rockfill dam stands at a height of 27 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 37 acre-feet. Situated on the East Fork Hegwood Creek, the dam has a drainage area of 0.2 square miles and a surface area of 5 acres.

Despite being privately owned, Subiaco Dam (Upper) is not regulated by the state and has not been inspected or enforced by any governmental agency. The dam's significant hazard potential and lack of condition assessment raise concerns for potential risks. However, the dam has not been rated for its condition and emergency preparedness measures such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) are not documented.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may take interest in the historical and structural aspects of Subiaco Dam (Upper), as well as its role in providing water supply to the surrounding area. The dam's location in Logan, Arkansas, and its relationship with the East Fork Hegwood Creek make it a notable feature in the local landscape. Despite its age and lack of recent inspections, the dam's operational capacity and potential risks highlight the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring for water infrastructure in the region.

Year Completed

1948

Dam Length

337

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

EAST FORK HEGWOOD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Rockfill

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

21.7

Drainage Area

0.2

Nid Storage

37

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

27
       
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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. 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

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, 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.