Big Creek Wid Site 16
Key Takeaway
Big Creek Wid Site 16 is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 25 ft (taller than 44.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 792 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00461 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
BIG CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Local Government
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High Hazard 35 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Big Creek Wid Site 16?
Big Creek Wid Site 16 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 Big Creek Wid Site 16?
Big Creek Wid Site 16 is owned by BIG CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Creek Wid Site 16 built?
Big Creek Wid Site 16 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Big Creek Wid Site 16?
Big Creek Wid Site 16 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Big Creek Wid Site 16?
Big Creek Wid Site 16 has a dam height of 25 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 Big Creek Wid Site 16 last inspected?
Big Creek Wid Site 16 was last inspected on July 26, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.