Old Davidsonville
Key Takeaway
Old Davidsonville is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 33.2% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 78 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01447 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ARKANSAS PARKS AND TOURISM
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Old Davidsonville?
Old Davidsonville is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Old Davidsonville?
Old Davidsonville is owned by ARKANSAS PARKS AND TOURISM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Davidsonville built?
Old Davidsonville was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Old Davidsonville?
Old Davidsonville 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 Old Davidsonville?
Old Davidsonville has a dam height of 22 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 Old Davidsonville last inspected?
Old Davidsonville was last inspected on July 26, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.