Lake Aztec
Key Takeaway
Lake Aztec is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 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 | 65 ft (taller than 91.3% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 870 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,206 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00243 |
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
CHEROKEE VILLAGE SID
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Aztec?
Lake Aztec 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 Aztec?
Lake Aztec is owned by CHEROKEE VILLAGE SID (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Aztec built?
Lake Aztec was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Aztec?
Lake Aztec 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 Lake Aztec?
Lake Aztec has a dam height of 65 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 Aztec last inspected?
Lake Aztec was last inspected on April 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.