Heldebrend Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Heldebrend Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 3.7% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00499 |
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
RUSSEL J. HELDENBRAND
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Heldebrend Lake Dam?
Heldebrend 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 Heldebrend Lake Dam?
Heldebrend Lake Dam is owned by RUSSEL J. HELDENBRAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Heldebrend Lake Dam built?
Heldebrend Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Heldebrend Lake Dam?
Heldebrend 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 Heldebrend Lake Dam?
Heldebrend Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.