Redfield City Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Redfield City Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 23.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,065 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01444 |
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
CITY OF REDFIELD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Redfield City Lake Dam?
Redfield City 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 Redfield City Lake Dam?
Redfield City Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF REDFIELD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Redfield City Lake Dam built?
Redfield City Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Redfield City Lake Dam?
Redfield City 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 Redfield City Lake Dam?
Redfield City Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Redfield City Lake Dam last inspected?
Redfield City Lake Dam was last inspected on August 25, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.