Willenburg Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Willenburg Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 30.9% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,012 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00822 |
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
LEE WILLENBURG
Private
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Willenburg Lake Dam?
Willenburg 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 Willenburg Lake Dam?
Willenburg Lake Dam is owned by LEE WILLENBURG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Willenburg Lake Dam built?
Willenburg Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Willenburg Lake Dam?
Willenburg 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 Willenburg Lake Dam?
Willenburg 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.