Poinsett Wid Site 14r
Key Takeaway
Poinsett Wid Site 14r is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 23.5% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 568 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 258 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01548 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
POINSETT WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Poinsett Wid Site 14r?
Poinsett Wid Site 14r is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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 14r?
Poinsett Wid Site 14r 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 14r built?
Poinsett Wid Site 14r was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 14r?
Poinsett Wid Site 14r 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 14r?
Poinsett Wid Site 14r has a dam height of 20 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 14r last inspected?
Poinsett Wid Site 14r was last inspected on March 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.