Lake Irvin Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Irvin Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 15% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00270 |
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
JOHN IRVIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Irvin Dam?
Lake Irvin 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 Irvin Dam?
Lake Irvin Dam is owned by JOHN IRVIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Irvin Dam built?
Lake Irvin Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Irvin Dam?
Lake Irvin 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 Irvin Dam?
Lake Irvin Dam has a dam height of 18 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.