Joe Uhiren Reservoir Dam

TWO PRAIRIE BAYOU-OS· Prairie, Arkansas· Built 1954· Earth·
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Joe Uhiren Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,402 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage220 acre-ft
Normal Storage132 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge50 cfs
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDAR00715

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JOE UHIREN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Joe Uhiren Reservoir Dam?

Joe Uhiren Reservoir Dam 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 Joe Uhiren Reservoir Dam?

Joe Uhiren Reservoir Dam is owned by JOE UHIREN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Joe Uhiren Reservoir Dam built?

Joe Uhiren Reservoir Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Joe Uhiren Reservoir Dam?

Joe Uhiren Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.