Arnoname 55

KELLY SPRING CREEK-TR-OS· Union, Arkansas· Built 1924· Earth· 10 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Arnoname 55 is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 0.7% in AR)
Dam Length4,588 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage170 acre-ft
Normal Storage170 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1924 (102 years old)
NID IDAR00605

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 1, 1979
State Regulated: No

Ownership

OLINKRAFT INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arnoname 55?

Arnoname 55 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Arnoname 55?

Arnoname 55 is owned by OLINKRAFT INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Arnoname 55 built?

Arnoname 55 was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 55?

Arnoname 55 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Arnoname 55?

Arnoname 55 has a dam height of 10 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 Arnoname 55 last inspected?

Arnoname 55 was last inspected on August 1, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.