Flat Rock Creek Site 1
Key Takeaway
Flat Rock Creek Site 1 is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 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 | 57 ft (taller than 87.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 647 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 509 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 153 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01442 |
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
CITY OF VAN BUREN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Flat Rock Creek Site 1?
Flat Rock Creek Site 1 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 Flat Rock Creek Site 1?
Flat Rock Creek Site 1 is owned by CITY OF VAN BUREN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flat Rock Creek Site 1 built?
Flat Rock Creek Site 1 was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Rock Creek Site 1?
Flat Rock Creek Site 1 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 Rock Creek Site 1?
Flat Rock Creek Site 1 has a dam height of 57 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 Rock Creek Site 1 last inspected?
Flat Rock Creek Site 1 was last inspected on September 29, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.