T A Smith Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
T A Smith Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 237 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01150 |
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
T A SMITH
Private
Nearby Dams
Huett Lake No 3 Dam
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 27 ftH and P Lake Dam
Hempstead, AR
Low HazardSutton Lake Dam
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 20 ftHuett Lake No. 2 Dam
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 30 ftOzan Creek Site 13
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 33 ftOzan Creek SWCD Site 12
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 31 ftOzan Creek SWCD Site 11
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 40 ftHuett Lake No. 1 Dam
Hempstead, AR
Low Hazard 19 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of T A Smith Lake Dam?
T A Smith 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 T A Smith Lake Dam?
T A Smith Lake Dam is owned by T A SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was T A Smith Lake Dam built?
T A Smith Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 T A Smith Lake Dam?
T A Smith Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.