Lake Sequoyah
Key Takeaway
Lake Sequoyah is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 74.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,846 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 6.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 490 acres |
| Drainage Area | 180 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00288 |
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
CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE
Local Government
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Low Hazard 35 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Sequoyah?
Lake Sequoyah 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 Sequoyah?
Lake Sequoyah is owned by CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Sequoyah built?
Lake Sequoyah was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Sequoyah?
Lake Sequoyah serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Sequoyah?
Lake Sequoyah has a dam height of 40 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 Sequoyah last inspected?
Lake Sequoyah was last inspected on May 20, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.