Lake Lago Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lago Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 130 ft (taller than 98.8% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 713 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01216 |
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
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lago Dam?
Lake Lago 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 Lago Dam?
Lake Lago Dam is owned by HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lago Dam built?
Lake Lago 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 Lago Dam?
Lake Lago Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Lago Dam?
Lake Lago Dam has a dam height of 130 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 Lago Dam last inspected?
Lake Lago Dam was last inspected on June 3, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.