Dams in Johnson County, Arkansas
11Total Dams
2High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Johnson County, Arkansas
Johnson County has 11 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Johnson County is 63 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Ludwig Lake Dam at 70 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ludwig Lake Dam | High | Fair | 70 | Water Supply | 1950 |
| Horsehead Lake Dam | High | Poor | 67 | Recreation | 1950 |
| Harris Pond Dam | Significant | Not Rated | 18 | Recreation | 1956 |
| E Fork Pt Remove Creek Wid Site 05 | Low | Satisfactory | 56 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1967 |
| E Fork Pt Remove Creek Wid Site 01 | Low | Satisfactory | 49 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1965 |
| E Fork Pt Remove Creek Wid Site 03 | Low | Satisfactory | 48 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1966 |
| W Fork Pt Remove Creek Wid Site 01 | Low | Satisfactory | 46 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1964 |
| W Fork Pt Remove Creek Wid Site 02 | Low | Satisfactory | 44 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1964 |
| Dardanelle Nursery Pond | Low | Fair | 28 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1984 |
| Holloway Pond Dam | Low | Not Rated | 18 | Recreation | 1950 |
| Lake Ozone Dam | Low | Not Rated | 12 | Recreation | 1967 |