John Bentley Dam
Key Takeaway
John Bentley Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 56.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,825 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01532 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JOHN BENTLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Bentley Dam?
John Bentley Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates John Bentley Dam?
John Bentley Dam is owned by JOHN BENTLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Bentley Dam built?
John Bentley Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 John Bentley Dam?
John Bentley 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 John Bentley Dam?
John Bentley Dam has a dam height of 29 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 John Bentley Dam last inspected?
John Bentley Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.