Shadow Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shadow Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 84.7% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 264 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01209 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SHADOW LAKE ASSOCIATION INC.
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Shadow Lake Dam?
Shadow Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Shadow Lake Dam?
Shadow Lake Dam is owned by SHADOW LAKE ASSOCIATION INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shadow Lake Dam built?
Shadow Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Shadow Lake Dam?
Shadow 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 Shadow Lake Dam?
Shadow Lake Dam has a dam height of 52 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 Shadow Lake Dam last inspected?
Shadow Lake Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.