Lake Fayetteville
Key Takeaway
Lake Fayetteville is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 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 | 49 ft (taller than 82.2% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,733 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 230 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20,627 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00289 |
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 FAYETTEVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Fayetteville?
Lake Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?
Lake Fayetteville is owned by CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Fayetteville built?
Lake Fayetteville was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Fayetteville?
Lake Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?
Lake Fayetteville has a dam height of 49 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 Fayetteville last inspected?
Lake Fayetteville was last inspected on April 4, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.