Buehler-Herndon Lake Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Buehler-Herndon Lake Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 23.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 715 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 358 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00862 |
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
JD BUEHLER, VR HERNDON JR.
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Buehler-Herndon Lake Dam No 1?
Buehler-Herndon Lake Dam No 1 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 Buehler-Herndon Lake Dam No 1?
Buehler-Herndon Lake Dam No 1 is owned by JD BUEHLER, VR HERNDON JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buehler-Herndon Lake Dam No 1 built?
Buehler-Herndon Lake Dam No 1 was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Buehler-Herndon Lake Dam No 1?
Buehler-Herndon Lake Dam No 1 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 Buehler-Herndon Lake Dam No 1?
Buehler-Herndon Lake Dam No 1 has a dam height of 20 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.