Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3
Key Takeaway
Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3 is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 128 ft (taller than 98.7% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 245 acres |
| Drainage Area | 39 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01410 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3?
Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3?
Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3 is owned by ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3 built?
Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3?
Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3 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 Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3?
Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3 has a dam height of 128 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 Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3 last inspected?
Des Arc Bayou Wid Site 3 was last inspected on May 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.