McCracken Lake Dam, located in Arkansas along the Cypress Bayou-TR, was completed in 1966 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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This private Earth dam stands at 17 feet high and stretches 400 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet. With a surface area of 15.7 acres and a drainage area of 0.25 square miles, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Owned privately, McCracken Lake Dam is not regulated or permitted by the state. Despite its lack of state oversight, the dam serves as a popular recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area. The dam's location in Arkansas, within the Memphis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, offers a tranquil setting for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. With its historical significance dating back to the 1960s, McCracken Lake Dam continues to provide a serene escape for nature lovers seeking to explore the beauty of the Cypress Bayou-TR.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
CYPRESS BAYOU-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
0.25 |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
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