Country Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Country Club Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 37.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 885 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 353 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00745 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TEXARKANA COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Country Club Lake Dam?
Country Club Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Country Club Lake Dam?
Country Club Lake Dam is owned by TEXARKANA COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Country Club Lake Dam built?
Country Club Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Country Club Lake Dam?
Country Club 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 Country Club Lake Dam?
Country Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Country Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Country Club Lake Dam was last inspected on March 16, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.