Old Davidsonville

BLACK RIVER-TR· Randolph, Arkansas· Built 1981· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

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 Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage136 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge78 cfs
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDAR01447

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 26, 2013
State Regulated: No

Ownership

ARKANSAS PARKS AND TOURISM

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.