Smith Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Smith Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 15% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00361 |
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
ODIS SMITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith Pond Dam?
Smith Pond 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 Smith Pond Dam?
Smith Pond Dam is owned by ODIS SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith Pond Dam built?
Smith Pond Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Pond Dam?
Smith Pond 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 Pond Dam?
Smith Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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.