Lake Sophia Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Sophia Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 421 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 222 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,035 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01542 |
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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Low Hazard 130 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Sophia Dam?
Lake Sophia 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 Sophia Dam?
Lake Sophia Dam 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 Sophia Dam built?
Lake Sophia Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Sophia Dam?
Lake Sophia 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 Sophia Dam?
Lake Sophia Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Sophia Dam last inspected?
Lake Sophia Dam was last inspected on May 29, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.