Cargile Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cargile Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 59.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 878 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 720 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,205 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01286 |
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
ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cargile Lake Dam?
Cargile 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 Cargile Lake Dam?
Cargile Lake Dam is owned by ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cargile Lake Dam built?
Cargile Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Cargile Lake Dam?
Cargile 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 Cargile Lake Dam?
Cargile Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Cargile Lake Dam last inspected?
Cargile Lake Dam was last inspected on August 7, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.