Roman Lopez Dam
Key Takeaway
Roman Lopez Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 262 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 91 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | AR99991 |
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
Roman Lopez
Private
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Roman Lopez Dam?
Roman Lopez 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 Roman Lopez Dam?
Roman Lopez Dam is owned by Roman Lopez (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roman Lopez Dam built?
Roman Lopez Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Roman Lopez Dam?
Roman Lopez Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Roman Lopez Dam?
Roman Lopez Dam has a dam height of 28 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.