Arnoname 23
Key Takeaway
Arnoname 23 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 23.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00306 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CALVIN VOSS
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Arnoname 23?
Arnoname 23 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Arnoname 23?
Arnoname 23 is owned by CALVIN VOSS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arnoname 23 built?
Arnoname 23 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Arnoname 23?
Arnoname 23 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 Arnoname 23?
Arnoname 23 has a dam height of 20 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.