Choctaw Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Choctaw Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 15% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00204 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
EARDY SHANNON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Choctaw Lake Dam?
Choctaw Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Choctaw Lake Dam?
Choctaw Lake Dam is owned by EARDY SHANNON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Choctaw Lake Dam built?
Choctaw Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Choctaw Lake Dam?
Choctaw 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 Choctaw Lake Dam?
Choctaw Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.