Mud Creek Wid Site 1

THOMPSON CREEK· Independence, Arkansas· Built 1965· Earth· 34 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mud Creek Wid Site 1 is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 66.7% in AR)
Dam Length2,262 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.9K acre-ft
Normal Storage87 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge4,479 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDAR00367

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 14, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ANRC

Ownership

MUD CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mud Creek Wid Site 1?

Mud Creek Wid Site 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Mud Creek Wid Site 1?

Mud Creek Wid Site 1 is owned by MUD CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mud Creek Wid Site 1 built?

Mud Creek Wid Site 1 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Mud Creek Wid Site 1?

Mud Creek Wid 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 Mud Creek Wid Site 1?

Mud Creek Wid Site 1 has a dam height of 34 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 Mud Creek Wid Site 1 last inspected?

Mud Creek Wid Site 1 was last inspected on June 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.