Poinsett Wid Site 101
Key Takeaway
Poinsett Wid Site 101 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 15% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 505 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 558 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01280 |
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 WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Poinsett Wid Site 1
Poinsett, AR
High Hazard 32 ftPoinsett Wid Site 2
Poinsett, AR
Significant Hazard 26 ftPoinsett Wid Site 102
Poinsett, AR
High Hazard 24 ftPoinsett Wid Site 3
Poinsett, AR
High Hazard 34 ftPoinsett Wid Site 4
Poinsett, AR
High Hazard 32 ftPoinsett Wid Site 103
Poinsett, AR
Low Hazard 18 ftPoinsett Wid Site 15
Poinsett, AR
Significant Hazard 24 ftPoinsett Wid Site 5
Poinsett, AR
Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Poinsett Wid Site 101?
Poinsett Wid Site 101 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 Wid Site 101?
Poinsett Wid Site 101 is owned by POINSETT WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Poinsett Wid Site 101 built?
Poinsett Wid Site 101 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Wid Site 101?
Poinsett Wid Site 101 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Poinsett Wid Site 101?
Poinsett Wid Site 101 has a dam height of 18 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 Poinsett Wid Site 101 last inspected?
Poinsett Wid Site 101 was last inspected on March 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.