Garner Lake No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Garner Lake No 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 40.4% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 163 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 135 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00642 |
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
CHAS GARNER
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Garner Lake No 1 Dam?
Garner Lake No 1 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 Garner Lake No 1 Dam?
Garner Lake No 1 Dam is owned by CHAS GARNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Garner Lake No 1 Dam built?
Garner Lake No 1 Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Garner Lake No 1 Dam?
Garner Lake No 1 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 Garner Lake No 1 Dam?
Garner Lake No 1 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.