Cecil Jones Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cecil Jones Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 71.9% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,976 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00016 |
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
COLDWATER CREEK POA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cecil Jones Lake Dam?
Cecil Jones 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 Cecil Jones Lake Dam?
Cecil Jones Lake Dam is owned by COLDWATER CREEK POA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cecil Jones Lake Dam built?
Cecil Jones Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Cecil Jones Lake Dam?
Cecil Jones Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cecil Jones Lake Dam?
Cecil Jones Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Cecil Jones Lake Dam last inspected?
Cecil Jones Lake Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.