Poteau River Wid Site 05
Key Takeaway
Poteau River Wid Site 05 is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 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 | 42 ft (taller than 76.4% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,433 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 9.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 240 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 21,961 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | AR00847 |
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
CITY OF WALDRON
Local Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Poteau River Wid Site 05?
Poteau River Wid Site 05 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 Poteau River Wid Site 05?
Poteau River Wid Site 05 is owned by CITY OF WALDRON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Poteau River Wid Site 05 built?
Poteau River Wid Site 05 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 05?
Poteau River Wid Site 05 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. 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 05?
Poteau River Wid Site 05 has a dam height of 42 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 05 last inspected?
Poteau River Wid Site 05 was last inspected on October 15, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.