Area 7 Section 4
Key Takeaway
Area 7 Section 4 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 432 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 187 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01558 |
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
Pine Bluff Arsenal
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Area 7 Section 4?
Area 7 Section 4 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 Area 7 Section 4?
Area 7 Section 4 is owned by Pine Bluff Arsenal (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Area 7 Section 4 built?
Area 7 Section 4 was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Area 7 Section 4?
Area 7 Section 4 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Area 7 Section 4?
Area 7 Section 4 has a dam height of 27 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 Area 7 Section 4 last inspected?
Area 7 Section 4 was last inspected on July 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.