Kennedy Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Kennedy Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 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 | 23 ft (taller than 37.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 360 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00647 |
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
DARWIN KENNEDY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kennedy Pond Dam?
Kennedy Pond 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 Kennedy Pond Dam?
Kennedy Pond Dam is owned by DARWIN KENNEDY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kennedy Pond Dam built?
Kennedy Pond Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Kennedy Pond Dam?
Kennedy Pond 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 Kennedy Pond Dam?
Kennedy Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Kennedy Pond Dam last inspected?
Kennedy Pond Dam was last inspected on September 1, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.