Muddy Fork Site 2

MOORE CREEK· Washington, Arkansas· Built 1963· Earth· 80 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Muddy Fork Site 2 is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 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 80 ft (taller than 94.4% in AR)
Dam Length1,768 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage7.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.7K acre-ft
Surface Area89 acres
Drainage Area13 sq mi
Max Discharge15,387 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDAR00283

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: July 26, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ANRC

Ownership

CITY OF LINCOLN

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Muddy Fork Site 2?

Muddy Fork Site 2 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 Muddy Fork Site 2?

Muddy Fork Site 2 is owned by CITY OF LINCOLN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Muddy Fork Site 2 built?

Muddy Fork Site 2 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Muddy Fork Site 2?

Muddy Fork Site 2 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 Muddy Fork Site 2?

Muddy Fork Site 2 has a dam height of 80 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 Muddy Fork Site 2 last inspected?

Muddy Fork Site 2 was last inspected on July 26, 2013. 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.