Davis Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Davis Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 33.2% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 390 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00917 |
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
NOEL DAVIS JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Davis Lake Dam?
Davis 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 Davis Lake Dam?
Davis Lake Dam is owned by NOEL DAVIS JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davis Lake Dam built?
Davis Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Davis Lake Dam?
Davis Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Davis Lake Dam?
Davis Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.