Big Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 8.8% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 579 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01306 |
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
JAMES BURLESON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Pond Dam?
Big 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 Big Pond Dam?
Big Pond Dam is owned by JAMES BURLESON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Pond Dam built?
Big Pond Dam 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 Pond Dam?
Big Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Big Pond Dam?
Big Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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.