Bella Vista Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bella Vista Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 3% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 183 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00190 |
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
CITY OF BENTONVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bella Vista Lake Dam?
Bella Vista 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 Bella Vista Lake Dam?
Bella Vista Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF BENTONVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bella Vista Lake Dam built?
Bella Vista Lake Dam was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Bella Vista Lake Dam?
Bella Vista 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 Bella Vista Lake Dam?
Bella Vista Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Bella Vista Lake Dam last inspected?
Bella Vista Lake Dam was last inspected on July 10, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.