Lake Pine Bluff Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Pine Bluff Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 23.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 9,460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00807 |
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
ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION
State Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Pine Bluff Dam?
Lake Pine Bluff 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 Pine Bluff Dam?
Lake Pine Bluff Dam is owned by ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Pine Bluff Dam built?
Lake Pine Bluff Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Pine Bluff Dam?
Lake Pine Bluff 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 Pine Bluff Dam?
Lake Pine Bluff 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.