Mill Creek Hollow Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Mill Creek Hollow Dam, located in Newton County, Arkansas, was completed in 1973 and serves multiple purposes including recreation and other uses.


°F

°F

mph

Wind

%

Humidity

Summary

This privately owned earth dam stands at 18 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 17 feet, offering a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet. Despite its modest size, the dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition.

Situated on Mill Creek, this dam is managed by the private owner and falls outside of state jurisdiction, permitting, and inspection. The dam does not have a spillway and boasts a maximum discharge capacity of 185 cubic feet per second. While the dam has not undergone recent inspections or assessments, it remains an integral part of the local water resource infrastructure, supporting recreational activities in the area.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mill Creek Hollow Dam presents an interesting case study of a privately owned structure in a rural setting. With its moderate height and storage capacity, the dam provides valuable water storage and recreational opportunities for the surrounding community. Despite its low hazard potential and lack of recent assessments, the dam continues to fulfill its intended purposes while blending harmoniously with the natural landscape of Newton County, Arkansas.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

295

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

MILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

17

Nid Storage

65

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
Seasonal Comparison

Weather Forecast

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. 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.