Muddy Fork SWCD Site 1
Key Takeaway
Muddy Fork SWCD Site 1 is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 36 ft (taller than 70.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,022 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,346 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00286 |
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
WASHINGTON COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Local Government
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High Hazard 73 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Muddy Fork SWCD Site 1?
Muddy Fork SWCD Site 1 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 Muddy Fork SWCD Site 1?
Muddy Fork SWCD Site 1 is owned by WASHINGTON COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Muddy Fork SWCD Site 1 built?
Muddy Fork SWCD Site 1 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 SWCD Site 1?
Muddy Fork SWCD 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 Muddy Fork SWCD Site 1?
Muddy Fork SWCD Site 1 has a dam height of 36 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 SWCD Site 1 last inspected?
Muddy Fork SWCD Site 1 was last inspected on April 4, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.