Echols Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Echols Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 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 | 26 ft (taller than 48.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01208 |
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
MONT S. ECHOLS, JR.
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Echols Lake Dam?
Echols 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 Echols Lake Dam?
Echols Lake Dam is owned by MONT S. ECHOLS, JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Echols Lake Dam built?
Echols Lake Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Echols Lake Dam?
Echols 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 Echols Lake Dam?
Echols Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Echols Lake Dam last inspected?
Echols Lake Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.