Lake June Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake June Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 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 | 29 ft (taller than 56.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Max Discharge | 758 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00253 |
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 HIGHLAND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake June Dam?
Lake June 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 June Dam?
Lake June Dam is owned by CITY OF HIGHLAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake June Dam built?
Lake June Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 June Dam?
Lake June 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 June Dam?
Lake June Dam has a dam height of 29 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 June Dam last inspected?
Lake June Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.