Porter Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Porter 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 Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 249 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00950 |
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
J K PORTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Porter Lake Dam?
Porter 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 Porter Lake Dam?
Porter Lake Dam is owned by J K PORTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Porter Lake Dam built?
Porter 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 Porter Lake Dam?
Porter Lake 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.