Arsenal Lake Dam

EASTWOOD BAYOU-TR· Jefferson, Arkansas· Built 1943· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Arsenal Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length375 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage108 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Max Discharge480 cfs
Year Completed1943 (83 years old)
NID IDAR00804

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE OF JEFFERSON CO. AR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arsenal Lake Dam?

Arsenal Lake Dam 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 Arsenal Lake Dam?

Arsenal Lake Dam is owned by ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE OF JEFFERSON CO. AR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Arsenal Lake Dam built?

Arsenal Lake Dam was completed in 1943, making it 83 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 Arsenal Lake Dam?

Arsenal 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.