Lakewood Lake No. 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakewood Lake No. 1 Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 56.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 840 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 378 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00099 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAKEWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Local Government
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lakewood Lake No. 1 Dam?
Lakewood Lake No. 1 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lakewood Lake No. 1 Dam?
Lakewood Lake No. 1 Dam is owned by LAKEWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakewood Lake No. 1 Dam built?
Lakewood Lake No. 1 Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Lakewood Lake No. 1 Dam?
Lakewood Lake No. 1 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 Lakewood Lake No. 1 Dam?
Lakewood Lake No. 1 Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Lakewood Lake No. 1 Dam last inspected?
Lakewood Lake No. 1 Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.