Cook Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cook Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 15% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 391 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 236 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00117 |
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
COOK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cook Lake Dam?
Cook 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 Cook Lake Dam?
Cook Lake Dam is owned by COOK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cook Lake Dam built?
Cook Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Cook Lake Dam?
Cook 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 Cook Lake Dam?
Cook 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.
When was Cook Lake Dam last inspected?
Cook Lake Dam was last inspected on May 9, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.