Green Lake Dam

MC HENRY CREEK-OS· Pulaski, Arkansas· Built 1972· Earth· 25 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Green Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 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 25 ft (taller than 44.1% in AR)
Dam Length373 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge289 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDAR00107

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 24, 1997
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ANRC

Ownership

JAMES W. WILLIAMS(MINOR DEC92)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Green Lake Dam?

Green 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 Green Lake Dam?

Green Lake Dam is owned by JAMES W. WILLIAMS(MINOR DEC92) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Green Lake Dam built?

Green Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Green Lake Dam?

Green 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 Green Lake Dam?

Green Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Green Lake Dam last inspected?

Green Lake Dam was last inspected on April 24, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.