Subiaco Dam (Lower) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Subiaco, Arkansas, the Lower Subiaco Dam is a rockfill dam constructed in 1948 for the primary purpose of water supply.


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Summary

With a height of 35.2 feet and a storage capacity of 305 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in providing water to the surrounding area. Situated on the East Fork Hegwood Creek, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in Logan County.

Managed by a private owner, the Lower Subiaco Dam is regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. Despite its age, the dam continues to support the water needs of the community, showcasing the resilience and effectiveness of this essential water resource infrastructure in Arkansas.

Year Completed

1948

Dam Length

375

Dam Height

35.2

River Or Stream

EAST FORK HEGWOOD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Rockfill

Surface Area

30

Hydraulic Height

33.7

Drainage Area

0.7

Nid Storage

305

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

35
       
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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.