Lake Lane Dam

LAGRUE BAYOU-TR· Arkansas, Arkansas· Built 1969· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Lane Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length265 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,006 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDAR01008

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

R LANE ESTATES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Lane Dam?

Lake Lane 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 Lane Dam?

Lake Lane Dam is owned by R LANE ESTATES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Lane Dam built?

Lake Lane Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Lane Dam?

Lake Lane Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

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.