Poinsett Site 105
Key Takeaway
Poinsett Site 105 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 48.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 283 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01427 |
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
Poinsett Ws Imp Dist
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Poinsett Site 105?
Poinsett Site 105 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 Poinsett Site 105?
Poinsett Site 105 is owned by Poinsett Ws Imp Dist (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Poinsett Site 105 built?
Poinsett Site 105 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Poinsett Site 105?
Poinsett Site 105 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Poinsett Site 105?
Poinsett Site 105 has a dam height of 26 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.