Lake Lou Emma Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lou Emma Dam is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 23.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00490 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CRAWFORD COUNTY CONSERVATION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lou Emma Dam?
Lake Lou Emma Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Lou Emma Dam?
Lake Lou Emma Dam is owned by CRAWFORD COUNTY CONSERVATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lou Emma Dam built?
Lake Lou Emma Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Lou Emma Dam?
Lake Lou Emma 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 Lou Emma Dam?
Lake Lou Emma Dam has a dam height of 20 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.