Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee
Key Takeaway
Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 18,768 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,043 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01189 |
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
NACOOSA PAPER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee?
Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee 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 Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee?
Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee is owned by NACOOSA PAPER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee built?
Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee?
Nacoosa Paper Retention Pond Levee serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.