Lake Norrell Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Norrell Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 92 ft (taller than 96.9% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 941 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 265 acres |
| Max Discharge | 6,416 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00004 |
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
BENTON UTILITIES
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Norrell Dam?
Lake Norrell 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 Norrell Dam?
Lake Norrell Dam is owned by BENTON UTILITIES (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Norrell Dam built?
Lake Norrell 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 Norrell Dam?
Lake Norrell 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 Norrell Dam?
Lake Norrell Dam has a dam height of 92 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 Norrell Dam last inspected?
Lake Norrell Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.