Adams Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Adams Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 37.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00284 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DANNY THOMAS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Adams Lake Dam?
Adams Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Adams Lake Dam?
Adams Lake Dam is owned by DANNY THOMAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Adams Lake Dam built?
Adams Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Adams Lake Dam?
Adams Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Adams Lake Dam?
Adams Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.