Carol Ann Cross Dam
Key Takeaway
Carol Ann Cross Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 31 ft (taller than 62.3% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 175 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00930 |
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
CITY OF FORT SMITH
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Carol Ann Cross Dam?
Carol Ann Cross Dam 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 Carol Ann Cross Dam?
Carol Ann Cross Dam is owned by CITY OF FORT SMITH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carol Ann Cross Dam built?
Carol Ann Cross Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Carol Ann Cross Dam?
Carol Ann Cross 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 Carol Ann Cross Dam?
Carol Ann Cross Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Carol Ann Cross Dam last inspected?
Carol Ann Cross Dam was last inspected on September 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.