Lake Lago Dam

SALINE RIVER-TR· Saline, Arkansas· Built 1967· Earth· 130 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

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 Length713 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage4.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage3.9K acre-ft
Surface Area100 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge5,500 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDAR01216

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 3, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ANRC

Ownership

HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.