Takimi Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Takimi Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 59.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 885 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,389 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00859 |
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
GIRL SCOUTS-DIAMONDS OF ARKANSAS, OKLAHOMA & TEXAS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Takimi Lake Dam?
Takimi 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 Takimi Lake Dam?
Takimi Lake Dam is owned by GIRL SCOUTS-DIAMONDS OF ARKANSAS, OKLAHOMA & TEXAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Takimi Lake Dam built?
Takimi Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Takimi Lake Dam?
Takimi 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.
How tall is Takimi Lake Dam?
Takimi Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Takimi Lake Dam last inspected?
Takimi Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.