Galla Creek Wid Site 1
Key Takeaway
Galla Creek Wid Site 1 is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 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 | 95 ft (taller than 97.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 2,645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 19.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 220 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,228 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01136 |
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 ATKINS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Galla Creek Wid Site 1?
Galla Creek Wid 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 Galla Creek Wid Site 1?
Galla Creek Wid Site 1 is owned by CITY OF ATKINS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Galla Creek Wid Site 1 built?
Galla Creek Wid Site 1 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Galla Creek Wid Site 1?
Galla Creek Wid Site 1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Galla Creek Wid Site 1?
Galla Creek Wid Site 1 has a dam height of 95 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 Galla Creek Wid Site 1 last inspected?
Galla Creek Wid Site 1 was last inspected on June 30, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.