Truman Baker Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Truman Baker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 83.4% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Max Discharge | 580 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01214 |
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
CITY OF WALDRON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Truman Baker Lake Dam?
Truman Baker 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 Truman Baker Lake Dam?
Truman Baker Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF WALDRON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Truman Baker Lake Dam built?
Truman Baker Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Truman Baker Lake Dam?
Truman Baker 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 Truman Baker Lake Dam?
Truman Baker Lake Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Truman Baker Lake Dam last inspected?
Truman Baker Lake Dam was last inspected on June 4, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.