Pam Dale Dam

CYPRESS CREEK-TR· Conway, Arkansas· Built 1983· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Pam Dale Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 44.1% in AR)
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge5 cfs
Year Completed1983 (43 years old)
NID IDAR01452

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 11, 1984
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ANRC

Ownership

PAM DALE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pam Dale Dam?

Pam Dale 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 Pam Dale Dam?

Pam Dale Dam is owned by PAM DALE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pam Dale Dam built?

Pam Dale Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Pam Dale Dam?

Pam Dale Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pam Dale Dam?

Pam Dale 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.

When was Pam Dale Dam last inspected?

Pam Dale Dam was last inspected on May 11, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.