Dams in St. Francis County, Arkansas
10Total Dams
3High Hazard
5Significant
Dam Safety in St. Francis County, Arkansas
St. Francis County has 10 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 3 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 5 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in St. Francis County is 62 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Lake St. Frances at 45 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telico Lake Dam | High | Not Rated | 23 | Recreation | 1966 |
| Hickey Lake Dam | High | Not Rated | 19 | Recreation | 1948 |
| Powell Reservoir | High | Not Rated | 7 | Irrigation | 1983 |
| Lake St. Frances | Significant | Not Rated | 45 | Recreation | 1960 |
| Forest Lake 4 Dam | Significant | Not Rated | 30 | Recreation | 1966 |
| Forest Lake 6 Dam | Significant | Not Rated | 26 | Recreation | 1967 |
| Forest Lake 5 Dam | Significant | Not Rated | 26 | Recreation | 1968 |
| Forest Lake 3 Dam | Significant | Not Rated | 25 | Recreation | 1956 |
| Loeb Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 32 | Recreation | 1969 |
| Scenic Hills Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 24 | Recreation | 1956 |