Arrowhead Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Arrowhead Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 70.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 783 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 383 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01961 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAKE ARROWHEAD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATON, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arrowhead Lake Dam?
Arrowhead Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Arrowhead Lake Dam?
Arrowhead Lake Dam is owned by LAKE ARROWHEAD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATON, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arrowhead Lake Dam built?
Arrowhead Lake Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Arrowhead Lake Dam?
Arrowhead 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 Arrowhead Lake Dam?
Arrowhead Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.
When was Arrowhead Lake Dam last inspected?
Arrowhead Lake Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.