Buddy Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Buddy Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 335 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01116 |
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
DON WILLIAMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buddy Lake Dam?
Buddy 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 Buddy Lake Dam?
Buddy Lake Dam is owned by DON WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buddy Lake Dam built?
Buddy 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 Buddy Lake Dam?
Buddy Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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.