Coca Cola Lake Dam

MILL CREEK· Miller, Arkansas· Built 1951· Earth· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Coca Cola Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 3.7% in AR)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage300 acre-ft
Normal Storage160 acre-ft
Surface Area34 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1951 (75 years old)
NID IDAR00746

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

R WALLING

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coca Cola Lake Dam?

Coca Cola 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 Coca Cola Lake Dam?

Coca Cola Lake Dam is owned by R WALLING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Coca Cola Lake Dam built?

Coca Cola Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Coca Cola Lake Dam?

Coca Cola 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 Coca Cola Lake Dam?

Coca Cola Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.