Palone Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Palone Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 44.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 658 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01702 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
John Riggs
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Palone Lake Dam?
Palone Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Palone Lake Dam?
Palone Lake Dam is owned by John Riggs (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Palone Lake Dam built?
Palone Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Palone Lake Dam?
Palone Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Palone Lake Dam?
Palone Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.