Ledbetter Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ledbetter Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 15 ft (taller than 3.7% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 469 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00017 |
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
C R LEDBETTER JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ledbetter Lake Dam?
Ledbetter Lake 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 Ledbetter Lake Dam?
Ledbetter Lake Dam is owned by C R LEDBETTER JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ledbetter Lake Dam built?
Ledbetter Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Ledbetter Lake Dam?
Ledbetter Lake 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 Ledbetter Lake Dam?
Ledbetter Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Ledbetter Lake Dam last inspected?
Ledbetter Lake Dam was last inspected on May 29, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.