Meadows Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Meadows Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 23.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00387 |
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
BUD SUHL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meadows Lake Dam?
Meadows 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 Meadows Lake Dam?
Meadows Lake Dam is owned by BUD SUHL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meadows Lake Dam built?
Meadows Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Meadows Lake Dam?
Meadows 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 Meadows Lake Dam?
Meadows Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.