Senrac Dam
Key Takeaway
Senrac Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 1.8% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00656 |
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
BERG ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Senrac Dam?
Senrac 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 Senrac Dam?
Senrac Dam is owned by BERG ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Senrac Dam built?
Senrac Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Senrac Dam?
Senrac 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 Senrac Dam?
Senrac Dam has a dam height of 12 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.
When was Senrac Dam last inspected?
Senrac Dam was last inspected on July 31, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.