Barnes Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Barnes Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 156 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01155 |
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
FRANK BARNES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barnes Lake Dam?
Barnes 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 Barnes Lake Dam?
Barnes Lake Dam is owned by FRANK BARNES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barnes Lake Dam built?
Barnes Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Barnes Lake Dam?
Barnes Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.