Storm Creek

STORM CREEK· Phillips, Arkansas· Built 1939· Earth· 57 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Storm Creek is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 57 ft (taller than 87.5% in AR)
Dam Length1,330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage7.7K acre-ft
Normal Storage7.7K acre-ft
Surface Area510 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi
Max Discharge522 cfs
Year Completed1939 (87 years old)
NID IDAR00971

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 3, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Storm Creek?

Storm Creek 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 Storm Creek?

Storm Creek is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Storm Creek built?

Storm Creek was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Storm Creek?

Storm Creek serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Storm Creek?

Storm Creek has a dam height of 57 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 Storm Creek last inspected?

Storm Creek was last inspected on June 3, 2015. 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.