Smith Lake 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Smith Lake 1 Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 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 | 17 ft (taller than 12.3% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 64 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00292 |
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
BERNARD SMITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith Lake 1 Dam?
Smith Lake 1 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 Smith Lake 1 Dam?
Smith Lake 1 Dam is owned by BERNARD SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith Lake 1 Dam built?
Smith Lake 1 Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Smith Lake 1 Dam?
Smith Lake 1 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 Smith Lake 1 Dam?
Smith Lake 1 Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Smith Lake 1 Dam last inspected?
Smith Lake 1 Dam was last inspected on May 7, 1981. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.