Carnes Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carnes Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 23.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 505 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,509 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00978 |
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
GROVER CARNES ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carnes Lake Dam?
Carnes 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 Carnes Lake Dam?
Carnes Lake Dam is owned by GROVER CARNES ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carnes Lake Dam built?
Carnes Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Carnes Lake Dam?
Carnes 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 Carnes Lake Dam?
Carnes Lake Dam 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.