Parish Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Parish Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00493 |
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
PORTER PARISH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Parish Lake Dam?
Parish 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 Parish Lake Dam?
Parish Lake Dam is owned by PORTER PARISH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Parish Lake Dam built?
Parish Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Parish Lake Dam?
Parish 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.