Ricks Dam

Arkansas — Garland County — BULL BAYOU

Location

StateArkansas
CountyGarland
RiverBULL BAYOU
Coordinates34.56670, -93.09533

Physical Characteristics

NID Height87 ft
Dam Height87 ft
Dam Length310 ft
NID Storage6,720 acre-ft
Max Storage6,720 acre-ft
Surface Area359 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 25, 2024
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1949
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerHot Springs Municipal Water System

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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