Blue Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Blue Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 816 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01183 |
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
WOODY BLUE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blue Lake Dam?
Blue 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 Blue Lake Dam?
Blue Lake Dam is owned by WOODY BLUE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blue Lake Dam built?
Blue Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Blue Lake Dam?
Blue 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.