Lake Abby Dam

CEDAR CREEK-OS· Conway, Arkansas· Built 1958· Gravity· 24 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Abby Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 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	24 ft (taller than 40.4% in AR)
Dam Length	950 ft
Dam Type	Gravity
Max Storage	85 acre-ft
Normal Storage	64 acre-ft

Surface Area	6 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	990 cfs
Year Completed	1958 (68 years old)
NID ID	AR00352

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: September 1, 1979

State Regulated: No

Ownership

WINROCK INTERNATIONAL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Abby Dam?

Lake Abby 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 Lake Abby Dam?

Lake Abby Dam is owned by WINROCK INTERNATIONAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Abby Dam built?

Lake Abby Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Lake Abby Dam?

Lake Abby Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lake Abby Dam?

Lake Abby Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Lake Abby Dam last inspected?

Lake Abby Dam was last inspected on September 1, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.