Winlake Dam
Key Takeaway
Winlake Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 59.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00277 |
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
CHARLES H. WHITLEDGE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Winlake Dam?
Winlake 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 Winlake Dam?
Winlake Dam is owned by CHARLES H. WHITLEDGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Winlake Dam built?
Winlake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Winlake Dam?
Winlake 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 Winlake Dam?
Winlake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Winlake Dam last inspected?
Winlake Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.