Flat Creek Wid Site 5
Key Takeaway
Flat Creek Wid Site 5 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 56.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 782 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 615 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,724 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00380 |
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
FLAT CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Local Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Flat Creek Wid Site 5?
Flat Creek Wid Site 5 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 Flat Creek Wid Site 5?
Flat Creek Wid Site 5 is owned by FLAT CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flat Creek Wid Site 5 built?
Flat Creek Wid Site 5 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Wid Site 5?
Flat Creek Wid Site 5 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 Flat Creek Wid Site 5?
Flat Creek Wid Site 5 has a dam height of 29 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 Wid Site 5 last inspected?
Flat Creek Wid Site 5 was last inspected on July 26, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.