Deltic Farms Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Deltic Farms Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 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 | 24 ft (taller than 40.4% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 204 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,243 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00834 |
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
DELTIC FARM-TIMBER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deltic Farms Lake Dam?
Deltic Farms 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 Deltic Farms Lake Dam?
Deltic Farms Lake Dam is owned by DELTIC FARM-TIMBER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deltic Farms Lake Dam built?
Deltic Farms Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Deltic Farms Lake Dam?
Deltic Farms 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 Deltic Farms Lake Dam?
Deltic Farms Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Deltic Farms Lake Dam last inspected?
Deltic Farms Lake Dam was last inspected on March 10, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.