Louisiana and Arkansas Rr Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Louisiana and Arkansas Rr Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05345 |
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
LOUISIANA AND ARKANSAS RR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Louisiana and Arkansas Rr Lake Dam?
Louisiana and Arkansas Rr 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 Louisiana and Arkansas Rr Lake Dam?
Louisiana and Arkansas Rr Lake Dam is owned by LOUISIANA AND ARKANSAS RR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Louisiana and Arkansas Rr Lake Dam built?
Louisiana and Arkansas Rr Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Louisiana and Arkansas Rr Lake Dam?
Louisiana and Arkansas Rr 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 Louisiana and Arkansas Rr Lake Dam?
Louisiana and Arkansas Rr Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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.