Lower Hurricane Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 25, 2025

Lower Hurricane Lake Dam, located in Newton County, Arkansas, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1967, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet, with a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a length of 440 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 38 acre-feet. It is situated on Cave Creek-TR and is under the jurisdiction of the Little Rock District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite its low hazard potential, Lower Hurricane Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. It has not undergone recent inspections, and its emergency action plan status is unknown. The dam does not have an inundation map or risk assessment in place, highlighting potential gaps in its overall risk management framework. With a lack of regulatory oversight from state agencies, the responsibility for the safety and maintenance of the dam falls solely on its private owner.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the Lower Hurricane Lake Dam will find this structure to be a unique recreational feature in the picturesque landscape of Newton County, Arkansas. The dam's historical significance, combined with its modest storage capacity and low hazard potential, make it an intriguing site for further exploration and study in the realms of water resource management and climate resilience.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

440

River Or Stream

CAVE CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

19

Nid Storage

73

Structural Height

26

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

26
       
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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.