Lakewood Lake No. 3 Dam

ARKANSAS RIVER-TR· Pulaski, Arkansas· Built 1925· Earth· 30 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lakewood Lake No. 3 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 59.1% in AR)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage218 acre-ft
Normal Storage140 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge136 cfs
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)
NID IDAR00095

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 30, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ANRC

Ownership

LAKEWOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 4

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakewood Lake No. 3 Dam?

Lakewood Lake No. 3 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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. 3 Dam?

Lakewood Lake No. 3 Dam is owned by LAKEWOOD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 4 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lakewood Lake No. 3 Dam built?

Lakewood Lake No. 3 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. 3 Dam?

Lakewood Lake No. 3 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. 3 Dam?

Lakewood Lake No. 3 Dam has a dam height of 30 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. 3 Dam last inspected?

Lakewood Lake No. 3 Dam was last inspected on July 30, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.