Huckleberry Creek Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Huckleberry Creek Dam is a rockfill dam located in Pope, Arkansas, completed in 1995 for the primary purpose of water supply.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 106 feet and has a storage capacity of 23,342 acre-feet, serving as a vital resource for the surrounding area. With a significant hazard potential and being regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

Situated on Huckleberry Creek, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 46,590 cubic feet per second, ensuring effective flood control measures. The surrounding area covers a surface area of 509 acres, with a drainage area of 8.4 square miles. Although the dam's condition assessment is not rated, regular inspections are conducted to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency, contributing to the overall water management strategy in the region.

Owned and operated by the local government, Huckleberry Creek Dam is a key infrastructure for water supply and flood control in Pope County, Arkansas. With its strategic location and storage capacity, the dam plays a vital role in managing water resources and supporting the community's water needs. As a regulated structure, it undergoes regular inspections and maintenance to uphold safety standards and ensure its continued functionality for the benefit of the region's residents and environment.

Year Completed

1995

Dam Length

4200

Dam Height

106

River Or Stream

HUCKLEBERRY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Rockfill

Surface Area

509

Hydraulic Height

102

Drainage Area

8.4

Nid Storage

23342

Structural Height

110

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

110
       
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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.