Norwood Dam
Key Takeaway
Norwood Dam is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 85 ft (taller than 95.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 910 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00263 |
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
BELLA VISTA VILLAGE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Norwood Dam?
Norwood Dam 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 Norwood Dam?
Norwood Dam is owned by BELLA VISTA VILLAGE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Norwood Dam built?
Norwood Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Norwood Dam?
Norwood Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Norwood Dam?
Norwood Dam has a dam height of 85 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 Norwood Dam last inspected?
Norwood Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.