Arnoname 50

MILL CREEK-TR· Union, Arkansas· Built 1952· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Arnoname 50 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDAR00596

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

I R HELMS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arnoname 50?

Arnoname 50 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 Arnoname 50?

Arnoname 50 is owned by I R HELMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Arnoname 50 built?

Arnoname 50 was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Arnoname 50?

Arnoname 50 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.