Robbins Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Robbins Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 15% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 452 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 543 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00044 |
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
GAIL ROBBINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Robbins Lake Dam?
Robbins 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 Robbins Lake Dam?
Robbins Lake Dam is owned by GAIL ROBBINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robbins Lake Dam built?
Robbins Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Robbins Lake Dam?
Robbins 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 Robbins Lake Dam?
Robbins Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.