Lake Wisdom Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Wisdom Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 420 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01064 |
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
H WISDOM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Wisdom Dam?
Lake Wisdom 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 Wisdom Dam?
Lake Wisdom Dam is owned by H WISDOM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Wisdom Dam built?
Lake Wisdom 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 Wisdom Dam?
Lake Wisdom Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.