Bill Hutto Pond Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bill Hutto Pond in Bee Branch, Arkansas, is a privately owned water resource managed for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 2008, this earth dam structure stands at a height of 36.1 feet and has a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 63 acre-feet. The pond covers a surface area of 4.1 acres and is fed by Ward Creek-TR, serving as a vital resource for the local agricultural community.
Maintained and regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC), Bill Hutto Pond has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite lacking a formal Emergency Action Plan (EAP), the pond continues to operate safely with no reported incidents. The pond's location in Van Buren County, Arkansas, under the jurisdiction of the state, signifies its importance in water resource management and climate sustainability efforts in the region.
With its strategic design and purposeful construction, Bill Hutto Pond stands as a testament to the collaboration between private ownership, state regulatory agencies, and the local community. As a key irrigation resource in the area, this pond plays a crucial role in ensuring water security for agricultural activities and underscores the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of climate change challenges.
Year Completed |
2008 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
36.1 |
River Or Stream |
WARD CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
31.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Structural Height |
33.3 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
36 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Bill Hutto Pond