Torian Lake Dam

EAST CADRON CREEK-TR· Faulkner, Arkansas· Built 1962· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Torian Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 15% in AR)
Dam Length1,290 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage303 acre-ft
Normal Storage228 acre-ft
Max Discharge7,593 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDAR00041

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

B M HARTON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Torian Lake Dam?

Torian 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 Torian Lake Dam?

Torian Lake Dam is owned by B M HARTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Torian Lake Dam built?

Torian Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Torian Lake Dam?

Torian 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.

How tall is Torian Lake Dam?

Torian Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.

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.