Lake Lee Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lee Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 15% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 237 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 102 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00808 |
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
A LEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lee Dam?
Lake Lee 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 Lee Dam?
Lake Lee Dam is owned by A LEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lee Dam built?
Lake Lee Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Lee Dam?
Lake Lee 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 Lee Dam?
Lake Lee Dam has a dam height of 18 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.