Harris Fish Farm Dam dam
Harris Fish Farm Dam
Located in Yell, Arkansas, the Harris Fish Farm Dam stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management in the region. Constructed in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam spans 711 feet in length and boasts a height of 20 feet, with a hydraulic height of 16 feet. The dam serves a primary purpose of 'Other', with a storage capacity of 320 acre-feet, providing vital support to the local ecosystem and agriculture.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Harris Fish Farm Dam is a reliable structure overseen by private ownership. Despite its age, the dam remains in good condition and has not undergone any major modifications since its completion. Although not regulated or inspected by state authorities, the dam plays a crucial role in managing the flow of the Petit Jean River-OS and ensuring water security for the surrounding area.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Harris Fish Farm Dam serves as a fascinating example of how human intervention can positively impact local ecosystems. With a focus on sustainability and risk management, this dam stands as a model for responsible water infrastructure development in Arkansas. Its uncontrolled spillway and low hazard potential make it a reliable asset for the community, showcasing the importance of proper dam maintenance and emergency preparedness in the face of changing climate conditions.
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 Harris Fish Farm Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Petit Jean River At Danville | 372 cfs | → |
| Dutch Creek At Waltreak | · | → |
| Fourche Lafave River Near Aplin | 106 cfs | → |
| Fourche Lafave River Near Gravelly | 72 cfs | → |
| Big Piney Creek At Highway 164 Near Dover | 157 cfs | → |
| Illinois Bayou Near Scottsville | 121 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Harris Fish Farm Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 539 Yell County
- Cove Lake Bathhouse Road Logan County
- Lake Front Drive Illinois Township
- Wildlife Observation Trail Pope County
- Piney Bay Campground Johnson County
- Cane Creek Recreation Road 2199, Logan County
Campgrounds
- Spring Lake Recreation Area
- Spring Lake
- Mount Nebo State Park
- Carter Cove
- Lake Dardanelle State Park
- County Line
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Headwaters Sec 2, T1n, R20w To Sec 7, T1n, R19w
- Headwaters Sec 2, T2n, R18w To Forest Road 132c
- Forest Road 132c To Forest Raod 179
- Highway 298 Bridge Near Sims, Ar To Slackwater Of Lake Ouachita
- Lake Winona Dam To Southern Line Of Sec 16, T2n, R17w
- Forest Road 179 To East Line Of Nw 1/4 Sec 22, T2n, R17w
Track Harris Fish Farm Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Harris Fish Farm Dam
Where does the data for Harris Fish Farm 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 Harris Fish Farm Dam.