Arnoname 56
Key Takeaway
Arnoname 56 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 2.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,704 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 383 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00606 |
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
OLINKRAFT INC.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Arnoname 56?
Arnoname 56 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 56?
Arnoname 56 is owned by OLINKRAFT INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arnoname 56 built?
Arnoname 56 was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 56?
Arnoname 56 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 56?
Arnoname 56 has a dam height of 13 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 56 last inspected?
Arnoname 56 was last inspected on May 24, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.