Sam Gray Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sam Gray Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 405 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,035 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00102 |
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
B GRAY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sam Gray Lake Dam?
Sam Gray 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 Sam Gray Lake Dam?
Sam Gray Lake Dam is owned by B GRAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sam Gray Lake Dam built?
Sam Gray Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Sam Gray Lake Dam?
Sam Gray 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.