Rust Foundation Lake No 2 Dam

STEEP BANK CREEK· Jefferson, Arkansas· Built 1963· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rust Foundation Lake No 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge424 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDAR00820

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JOHN RUST FOUNDATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rust Foundation Lake No 2 Dam?

Rust Foundation Lake No 2 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 Rust Foundation Lake No 2 Dam?

Rust Foundation Lake No 2 Dam is owned by JOHN RUST FOUNDATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rust Foundation Lake No 2 Dam built?

Rust Foundation Lake No 2 Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Rust Foundation Lake No 2 Dam?

Rust Foundation Lake No 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.