Berg Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Berg Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 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 | 17 ft (taller than 12.3% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 874 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00650 |
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
MIKE M. BERG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Berg Lake Dam?
Berg 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 Berg Lake Dam?
Berg Lake Dam is owned by MIKE M. BERG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berg Lake Dam built?
Berg Lake Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Berg Lake Dam?
Berg 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 Berg Lake Dam?
Berg Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Berg Lake Dam last inspected?
Berg Lake Dam was last inspected on July 24, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.