Jenkins Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jenkins Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 3.7% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 525 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00296 |
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
E C JENKINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jenkins Lake Dam?
Jenkins 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 Jenkins Lake Dam?
Jenkins Lake Dam is owned by E C JENKINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jenkins Lake Dam built?
Jenkins Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Jenkins Lake Dam?
Jenkins 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 Jenkins Lake Dam?
Jenkins 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.