Rasberry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rasberry Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 525 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00784 |
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
R J RASBERRY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rasberry Lake Dam?
Rasberry 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 Rasberry Lake Dam?
Rasberry Lake Dam is owned by R J RASBERRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rasberry Lake Dam built?
Rasberry Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Rasberry Lake Dam?
Rasberry Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.