Lake Arrowhead Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Arrowhead Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 62 ft (taller than 97.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 15,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 685.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 230.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14,500 acres |
| Drainage Area | 832 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 270,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02883 |
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
CITY OF WICHITA FALLS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Arrowhead Dam?
Lake Arrowhead 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 Arrowhead Dam?
Lake Arrowhead Dam is owned by CITY OF WICHITA FALLS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Arrowhead Dam built?
Lake Arrowhead Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Arrowhead Dam?
Lake Arrowhead Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Arrowhead Dam?
Lake Arrowhead Dam has a dam height of 62 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 Arrowhead Dam last inspected?
Lake Arrowhead Dam was last inspected on May 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.