Styres Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Styres Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 617 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00015 |
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
ELMER STYRES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Styres Lake Dam?
Styres 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 Styres Lake Dam?
Styres Lake Dam is owned by ELMER STYRES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Styres Lake Dam built?
Styres Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Styres Lake Dam?
Styres 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.