White Oak Lake Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
White Oak Lake Upper Dam is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 30.9% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 598 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 21,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00634 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of White Oak Lake Upper Dam?
White Oak Lake Upper Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates White Oak Lake Upper Dam?
White Oak Lake Upper Dam is owned by ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White Oak Lake Upper Dam built?
White Oak Lake Upper Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 White Oak Lake Upper Dam?
White Oak Lake Upper 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 White Oak Lake Upper Dam?
White Oak Lake Upper 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.