Mcfall Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcfall Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 40.4% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 326 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 390 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00998 |
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
U MCFALL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcfall Lake Dam?
Mcfall 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 Mcfall Lake Dam?
Mcfall Lake Dam is owned by U MCFALL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcfall Lake Dam built?
Mcfall Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Mcfall Lake Dam?
Mcfall 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 Mcfall Lake Dam?
Mcfall Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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.