Bibb Fish Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bibb Fish Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 390 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01269 |
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
GLENN BIBB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bibb Fish Pond Dam?
Bibb Fish Pond Dam 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 Bibb Fish Pond Dam?
Bibb Fish Pond Dam is owned by GLENN BIBB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bibb Fish Pond Dam built?
Bibb Fish Pond Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Bibb Fish Pond Dam?
Bibb Fish Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.