Lake Harris Dam dam
Lake Harris Dam
Lake Harris Dam, located in Blevins, Arkansas, is a private-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for recreational and water supply purposes. Completed in 1955, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a storage capacity of 121 acre-feet. Positioned on Gaines Branch-Os, the dam serves the community with a normal storage capacity of 77 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.31 square miles.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Lake Harris Dam offers a serene and safe environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam provides recreational opportunities while ensuring water supply needs are met within the region. Despite not being state-regulated or inspected, the dam remains a vital asset in the Vicksburg District, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking to connect with nature.
Lake Harris Dam's presence in Hempstead, Arkansas, underlines its importance in the region's water infrastructure. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1224 cubic feet per second and a length of 961 feet, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private owners and federal agencies to provide sustainable water management solutions. As a beloved recreational spot with a focus on water conservation, Lake Harris Dam continues to be a beacon of environmental stewardship and community engagement in Arkansas.
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 Lake Harris Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Antoine River At Antoine | 32 cfs | → |
| Saline River Near Lockesburg | 17 cfs | → |
| Little Missouri River Near Langley | 19 cfs | → |
| Caddo River Near Caddo Gap | 41 cfs | → |
| Red River At Index | 2,210 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Horatio | 654 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lake Harris Dam.
Boat launches
- Okay Landing Howard County
- Cottonshed Lane 601, Howard County
- Saratoga Boat Ramp
- Westview Road Hempstead County
- Sevier County
- Daisy State Park - Area C Daisy
Campgrounds
- Crater Of Diamonds State Park
- Nashville City Park
- Dam Area - Lake Greeson
- Parker Creek - Lake Greeson
- Pikeville - Lake Greeson
- Cowhide Cove - Lake Greeson
Fishing spots
Track Lake Harris Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Lake Harris Dam
Where does the data for Lake Harris 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 Lake Harris Dam.