Lakewood Lake No 6 Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakewood Lake No 6 Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 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 | 22 ft (taller than 33.2% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00094 |
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 IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 4
Local Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lakewood Lake No 6 Dam?
Lakewood Lake No 6 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 6 Dam?
Lakewood Lake No 6 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 6 Dam built?
Lakewood Lake No 6 Dam was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 6 Dam?
Lakewood Lake No 6 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 6 Dam?
Lakewood Lake No 6 Dam has a dam height of 22 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 6 Dam last inspected?
Lakewood Lake No 6 Dam was last inspected on April 5, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.