Poteau River Wid Site 02
Key Takeaway
Poteau River Wid Site 02 is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 46 ft (taller than 79.8% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00850 |
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
POTEAU RIVER WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Poteau River Wid Site 02?
Poteau River Wid Site 02 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 Poteau River Wid Site 02?
Poteau River Wid Site 02 is owned by POTEAU RIVER WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Poteau River Wid Site 02 built?
Poteau River Wid Site 02 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Poteau River Wid Site 02?
Poteau River Wid Site 02 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 Poteau River Wid Site 02?
Poteau River Wid Site 02 has a dam height of 46 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 Poteau River Wid Site 02 last inspected?
Poteau River Wid Site 02 was last inspected on July 26, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.