Mcadams Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcadams 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 | 22 ft (taller than 33.2% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 127 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01154 |
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
JAMES MCADAMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcadams Lake Dam?
Mcadams 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 Mcadams Lake Dam?
Mcadams Lake Dam is owned by JAMES MCADAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcadams Lake Dam built?
Mcadams 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 Mcadams Lake Dam?
Mcadams 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 Mcadams Lake Dam?
Mcadams Lake 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.