Lake Fort Smith Dam
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Poinsett |
| Nearest City | MOUNTAINBURG |
| River/Stream | FROG BAYOU |
| Coordinates | 35.66056, -90.67889 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 212 ft |
| Dam Height | 196 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,050 ft |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 140,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 140,000 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,400 acres |
| Drainage Area | 75 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 135,800 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | City of Fort Smith Utility Department |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 09/05/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |