Pond Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pond Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 3.7% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 900 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 670 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00764 |
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
ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pond Creek Lake Dam?
Pond Creek 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 Pond Creek Lake Dam?
Pond Creek Lake Dam is owned by ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pond Creek Lake Dam built?
Pond Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Pond Creek Lake Dam?
Pond Creek 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.
How tall is Pond Creek Lake Dam?
Pond Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.