Nalholz Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Nalholz Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 451 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 436 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01263 |
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
BERNARD NALHOLZ
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nalholz Lake Dam?
Nalholz 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 Nalholz Lake Dam?
Nalholz Lake Dam is owned by BERNARD NALHOLZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nalholz Lake Dam built?
Nalholz Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Nalholz Lake Dam?
Nalholz 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.