Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir)
Key Takeaway
Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir) is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.2% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Max Discharge | 9,999,999 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01419 |
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
CADDO AREA COUNCIL, B.S.A.
Private
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Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir)?
Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir) 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 Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir)?
Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir) is owned by CADDO AREA COUNCIL, B.S.A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir) built?
Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir) was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir)?
Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir) serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir)?
Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir) has a dam height of 8 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 Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir) last inspected?
Caddo Council B.S.A. (Weir) was last inspected on June 25, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.