Sixmile Creek Wid Site 12
Key Takeaway
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 12 is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 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 | 34 ft (taller than 66.7% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,743 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00888 |
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
SIXMILE CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sixmile Creek Wid Site 12?
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 12 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 Sixmile Creek Wid Site 12?
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 12 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 12 built?
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 12 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 12?
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 12 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 12?
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 12 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 Sixmile Creek Wid Site 12 last inspected?
Sixmile Creek Wid Site 12 was last inspected on July 26, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.