Little Flint Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Flint Creek Dam is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 115 ft (taller than 98.3% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 3,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 530 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 55,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01100 |
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
SWEPCO
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Little Flint Creek Dam?
Little Flint Creek Dam 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 Little Flint Creek Dam?
Little Flint Creek Dam is owned by SWEPCO (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Flint Creek Dam built?
Little Flint Creek Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Little Flint Creek Dam?
Little Flint Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Flint Creek Dam?
Little Flint Creek Dam has a dam height of 115 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 Little Flint Creek Dam last inspected?
Little Flint Creek Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.