Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04
Key Takeaway
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 83.4% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,515 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,816 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00883 |
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
SIXMILE CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Local Government
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04?
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04 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 Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04?
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04 is owned by SIXMILE CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04 built?
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04 was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04?
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04 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 Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04?
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04 has a dam height of 50 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 Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04 last inspected?
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 04 was last inspected on July 26, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.