Muddy Fork Site 2
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 Length | 1,768 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 89 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15,387 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00283 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CITY OF LINCOLN
Local Government
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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.