Sutton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sutton Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 23.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 635 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01706 |
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
E E Sutton
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sutton Lake Dam?
Sutton 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 Sutton Lake Dam?
Sutton Lake Dam is owned by E E Sutton (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sutton Lake Dam built?
Sutton Lake Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Sutton Lake Dam?
Sutton Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sutton Lake Dam?
Sutton Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.