Trails End Lake Dam

SALINE RIVER-TR· Howard, Arkansas· Built 1966· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Trails End Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 30.9% in AR)
Dam Length1,875 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage396 acre-ft
Normal Storage283 acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge4,675 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDAR00919

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
Last Inspection: May 15, 1990
State Regulated: No

Ownership

MILLWOOD CORPORATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Trails End Lake Dam?

Trails End 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 Trails End Lake Dam?

Trails End Lake Dam is owned by MILLWOOD CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Trails End Lake Dam built?

Trails End Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Trails End Lake Dam?

Trails End 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 Trails End Lake Dam?

Trails End Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Trails End Lake Dam last inspected?

Trails End Lake Dam was last inspected on May 15, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.