Hassics dam
Hassics
Hassics is a privately owned rockfill dam located in Smackover, Arkansas, along the Smackover Creek-TR river. Built in 1920 for recreational purposes, this dam stands at a height of 11 feet and has a dam length of 500 feet. With a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet and a normal storage of 71 acre-feet, this dam covers a surface area of 12.8 acres and drains an area of 1.09 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and not being currently regulated or inspected by the state, Hassics remains an important recreational resource for the local community. However, the last inspection date was in 1978, raising questions about its current condition and safety. The dam does not have an established Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or risk assessment in place, highlighting the need for updated safety measures and management protocols to ensure the protection of both the dam structure and surrounding areas.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hassics presents an intriguing case study in terms of dam safety and management. With its historical significance, recreational value, and potential risks associated with aging infrastructure, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of regular inspections, maintenance, and emergency preparedness for all water resource facilities. As discussions around climate change and extreme weather events continue to evolve, the need to prioritize the safety and resilience of dams like Hassics becomes increasingly urgent in safeguarding communities and ecosystems for the future.
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 Hassics -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Smackover Creek Near Smackover | 25 cfs | → |
| Ouachita River At Camden | 2,010 cfs | → |
| Bayou Dorcheat Near Springhill | 31 cfs | → |
| Little Corney Bayou Near Lillie | 18 cfs | → |
| Antoine River At Antoine | 39 cfs | → |
| Red River At Spring Bank | 4,680 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hassics.
Fishing spots
Track Hassics 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 Hassics
Where does the data for Hassics 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 Hassics.