Tritt Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tritt Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,006 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01197 |
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
DARRELL TRITT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tritt Lake Dam?
Tritt 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 Tritt Lake Dam?
Tritt Lake Dam is owned by DARRELL TRITT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tritt Lake Dam built?
Tritt Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Tritt Lake Dam?
Tritt 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.