Cooper Creek Wid Site 6
Key Takeaway
Cooper Creek Wid Site 6 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 74.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 878 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 441 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 605 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00375 |
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
COOPER CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Local Government
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Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cooper Creek Wid Site 6?
Cooper Creek Wid Site 6 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 Cooper Creek Wid Site 6?
Cooper Creek Wid Site 6 is owned by COOPER CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cooper Creek Wid Site 6 built?
Cooper Creek Wid Site 6 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Cooper Creek Wid Site 6?
Cooper Creek Wid Site 6 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 Cooper Creek Wid Site 6?
Cooper Creek Wid Site 6 has a dam height of 40 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 Cooper Creek Wid Site 6 last inspected?
Cooper Creek Wid Site 6 was last inspected on June 8, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.