Jabo Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jabo Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 64.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,429 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00105 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ANNE MARSH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jabo Lake Dam?
Jabo Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Jabo Lake Dam?
Jabo Lake Dam is owned by ANNE MARSH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jabo Lake Dam built?
Jabo Lake Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Jabo Lake Dam?
Jabo 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 Jabo Lake Dam?
Jabo Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Jabo Lake Dam last inspected?
Jabo Lake Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.