South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 2

BIG BEAR CREEK· Perry, Arkansas· Earth· 97 ft tall
Unknown Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 2 is classified as unknown in Arkansas. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 97 ft (taller than 97.4% in AR)
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage1.4K acre-ft
Surface Area86 acres
Drainage Area17 sq mi
NID IDAR01619

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 19, 1990
State Regulated: No

Ownership

FOURCHE LA FAVE WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 2?

South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 2 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 2?

South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 2 is owned by FOURCHE LA FAVE WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 2?

South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 2 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 South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 2?

South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 2 has a dam height of 97 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 South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 2 last inspected?

South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 2 was last inspected on October 19, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.