Ouachita Nursery Pond
Key Takeaway
Ouachita Nursery Pond is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 70.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,129 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00897 |
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 GAME AND FISH COMMISSION
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ouachita Nursery Pond?
Ouachita Nursery Pond 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 Ouachita Nursery Pond?
Ouachita Nursery Pond is owned by ARKANSAS GAME AND FISH COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ouachita Nursery Pond built?
Ouachita Nursery Pond was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Ouachita Nursery Pond?
Ouachita Nursery Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ouachita Nursery Pond?
Ouachita Nursery Pond 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 Ouachita Nursery Pond last inspected?
Ouachita Nursery Pond was last inspected on July 8, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.