Sessions Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sessions Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 3.7% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 508 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,035 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00070 |
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
SESSIONS MR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sessions Lake Dam?
Sessions 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 Sessions Lake Dam?
Sessions Lake Dam is owned by SESSIONS MR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sessions Lake Dam built?
Sessions Lake Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Sessions Lake Dam?
Sessions 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.
How tall is Sessions Lake Dam?
Sessions Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.