Shores Lake
Key Takeaway
Shores Lake is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 63 ft (taller than 90.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 769 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 10.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 82 acres |
| Drainage Area | 50 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 335 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00400 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Shores Lake?
Shores Lake 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 Shores Lake?
Shores Lake is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shores Lake built?
Shores Lake was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Shores Lake?
Shores Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shores Lake?
Shores Lake has a dam height of 63 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 Shores Lake last inspected?
Shores Lake was last inspected on October 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.