Flat Creek Ag&F Site 3
Key Takeaway
Flat Creek Ag&F Site 3 is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 75.9% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,813 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 562 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,830 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00378 |
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 Flat Creek Ag&F Site 3?
Flat Creek Ag&F 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 Flat Creek Ag&F Site 3?
Flat Creek Ag&F 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 Flat Creek Ag&F Site 3 built?
Flat Creek Ag&F Site 3 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Flat Creek Ag&F Site 3?
Flat Creek Ag&F Site 3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Flat Creek Ag&F Site 3?
Flat Creek Ag&F Site 3 has a dam height of 41 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 Flat Creek Ag&F Site 3 last inspected?
Flat Creek Ag&F Site 3 was last inspected on July 26, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.