Poteau River Wid Site 14
Key Takeaway
Poteau River Wid Site 14 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 58 ft (taller than 88.1% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 862 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00858 |
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
POTEAU RIVER WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Local Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Poteau River Wid Site 14?
Poteau River Wid Site 14 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 Poteau River Wid Site 14?
Poteau River Wid Site 14 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 14 built?
Poteau River Wid Site 14 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 14?
Poteau River Wid Site 14 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 14?
Poteau River Wid Site 14 has a dam height of 58 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 14 last inspected?
Poteau River Wid Site 14 was last inspected on October 15, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.