Florence Dam
Key Takeaway
Florence Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 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 | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 265 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00122 |
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
LOCHRIDGE ESTATES IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 703-07
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Florence Dam?
Florence 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 Florence Dam?
Florence Dam is owned by LOCHRIDGE ESTATES IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 703-07 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Florence Dam built?
Florence Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Florence Dam?
Florence 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 Florence Dam?
Florence 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 Florence Dam last inspected?
Florence Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.