Jack T William's Dam
Key Takeaway
Jack T William's Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 85% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 820 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 640 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,286 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01481 |
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
JACK T. WILLIAMS II
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Jack T William's Dam?
Jack T William's 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 Jack T William's Dam?
Jack T William's Dam is owned by JACK T. WILLIAMS II (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jack T William's Dam built?
Jack T William's Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Jack T William's Dam?
Jack T William's 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 Jack T William's Dam?
Jack T William's Dam has a dam height of 53 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 Jack T William's Dam last inspected?
Jack T William's Dam was last inspected on March 2, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.