Taliaferro Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Taliaferro 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 | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 960 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00817 |
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
JOHN TALIAFERRO DR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Taliaferro Lake Dam?
Taliaferro 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 Taliaferro Lake Dam?
Taliaferro Lake Dam is owned by JOHN TALIAFERRO DR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taliaferro Lake Dam built?
Taliaferro 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 Taliaferro Lake Dam?
Taliaferro 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.