Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3
Key Takeaway
Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3 is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 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 | 47 ft (taller than 80.8% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 2,275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,060 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01519 |
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
YELL COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Local Government
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Low Hazard 29 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3?
Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3 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 Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3?
Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3 is owned by YELL COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3 built?
Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3 was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3?
Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3?
Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3 has a dam height of 47 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 Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3 last inspected?
Cedar-Piney Creeks Watershed Site 3 was last inspected on July 21, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.