Payer Lake No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Payer Lake No 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,696 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00999 |
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
MRS. ERNA KIRKEMIER
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Payer Lake No 1 Dam?
Payer Lake No 1 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 Payer Lake No 1 Dam?
Payer Lake No 1 Dam is owned by MRS. ERNA KIRKEMIER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Payer Lake No 1 Dam built?
Payer Lake No 1 Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Payer Lake No 1 Dam?
Payer Lake No 1 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 Payer Lake No 1 Dam?
Payer Lake No 1 Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Payer Lake No 1 Dam last inspected?
Payer Lake No 1 Dam was last inspected on September 11, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.