Lee Creek
Key Takeaway
Lee Creek is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 48 ft (taller than 81.3% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,372 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 43.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 634 acres |
| Drainage Area | 436 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 319,284 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01492 |
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 Fort Smith
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lee Creek?
Lee Creek 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 Lee Creek?
Lee Creek is owned by City of Fort Smith (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lee Creek built?
Lee Creek was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Lee Creek?
Lee Creek serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lee Creek?
Lee Creek has a dam height of 48 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 Lee Creek last inspected?
Lee Creek was last inspected on March 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.