Carter Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carter Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 48.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 170 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01243 |
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
THOMAS C. SMITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carter Lake Dam?
Carter 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 Carter Lake Dam?
Carter Lake Dam is owned by THOMAS C. SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carter Lake Dam built?
Carter Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Carter Lake Dam?
Carter 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 Carter Lake Dam?
Carter Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Carter Lake Dam last inspected?
Carter Lake Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.