Schoonover Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Schoonover Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 305 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 468 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00763 |
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
SCHOONOVER FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schoonover Lake Dam?
Schoonover 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 Schoonover Lake Dam?
Schoonover Lake Dam is owned by SCHOONOVER FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schoonover Lake Dam built?
Schoonover Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Schoonover Lake Dam?
Schoonover Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.