Lake Des Arc Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Des Arc Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 65.9% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 16,925 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 350 acres |
| Max Discharge | 10,062 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00695 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Des Arc Dam?
Lake Des Arc Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Des Arc Dam?
Lake Des Arc Dam is owned by ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Des Arc Dam built?
Lake Des Arc Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Des Arc Dam?
Lake Des Arc 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 Lake Des Arc Dam?
Lake Des Arc Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Des Arc Dam last inspected?
Lake Des Arc Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.