Loeb Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Loeb Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 64.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 473 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 436 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01291 |
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
MARY LOEB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Loeb Lake Dam?
Loeb Lake 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 Loeb Lake Dam?
Loeb Lake Dam is owned by MARY LOEB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Loeb Lake Dam built?
Loeb Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Loeb Lake Dam?
Loeb 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 Loeb Lake Dam?
Loeb Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Loeb Lake Dam last inspected?
Loeb Lake Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.