Jakey's Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jakey's Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 23.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 390 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00970 |
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
J LADERMAN HUNTING CLUB
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Jakey's Lake Dam?
Jakey's 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 Jakey's Lake Dam?
Jakey's Lake Dam is owned by J LADERMAN HUNTING CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jakey's Lake Dam built?
Jakey's Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Jakey's Lake Dam?
Jakey's 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 Jakey's Lake Dam?
Jakey's Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.