Camp Kia Kima Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Kia Kima Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 44.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,810 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00242 |
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
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA 1
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Kia Kima Dam?
Camp Kia Kima 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 Camp Kia Kima Dam?
Camp Kia Kima Dam is owned by BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA 1 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Kia Kima Dam built?
Camp Kia Kima Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Camp Kia Kima Dam?
Camp Kia Kima Dam 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 Camp Kia Kima Dam?
Camp Kia Kima Dam 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 Camp Kia Kima Dam last inspected?
Camp Kia Kima Dam was last inspected on March 27, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.