Wingert Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wingert Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 48.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00305 |
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
HENRY G. CALDWELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wingert Lake Dam?
Wingert 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 Wingert Lake Dam?
Wingert Lake Dam is owned by HENRY G. CALDWELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wingert Lake Dam built?
Wingert Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Wingert Lake Dam?
Wingert Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wingert Lake Dam?
Wingert Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Wingert Lake Dam last inspected?
Wingert Lake Dam was last inspected on April 6, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.