Lake Segovia
Key Takeaway
Lake Segovia is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 68.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00720 |
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
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Segovia?
Lake Segovia 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 Segovia?
Lake Segovia is owned by HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Segovia built?
Lake Segovia was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Segovia?
Lake Segovia 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 Segovia?
Lake Segovia has a dam height of 35 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 Segovia last inspected?
Lake Segovia was last inspected on May 27, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.