Tindall Lake Dam

ELM PRONG MILL BAYOU· Arkansas, Arkansas· Built 1952· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Tindall Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,050 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage212 acre-ft
Normal Storage144 acre-ft
Surface Area31 acres
Max Discharge60 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDAR01006

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

R A TINDALL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tindall Lake Dam?

Tindall 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 Tindall Lake Dam?

Tindall Lake Dam is owned by R A TINDALL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tindall Lake Dam built?

Tindall Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Tindall Lake Dam?

Tindall Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.