Faulkner Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Faulkner Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,482 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00069 |
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
MARVIN E FAULKNER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Faulkner Lake Dam?
Faulkner 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 Faulkner Lake Dam?
Faulkner Lake Dam is owned by MARVIN E FAULKNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Faulkner Lake Dam built?
Faulkner 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 Faulkner Lake Dam?
Faulkner Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.