Poinsett Wid Site 3
Key Takeaway
Poinsett Wid Site 3 is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 66.7% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 755 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 394 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01279 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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 3?
Poinsett Wid Site 3 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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 3?
Poinsett Wid Site 3 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 3 built?
Poinsett Wid Site 3 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 Wid Site 3?
Poinsett Wid Site 3 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 3?
Poinsett Wid Site 3 has a dam height of 34 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 3 last inspected?
Poinsett Wid Site 3 was last inspected on March 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.