Lake Kuykendall Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Kuykendall Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,482 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00135 |
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
CHARLES WALDREN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Kuykendall Dam?
Lake Kuykendall 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 Kuykendall Dam?
Lake Kuykendall Dam is owned by CHARLES WALDREN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Kuykendall Dam built?
Lake Kuykendall Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Kuykendall Dam?
Lake Kuykendall Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.