Styers' Dam

MILL CREEK-TR· Saline, Arkansas· Built 1984· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Styers' Dam is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 44.1% in AR)
Dam Length390 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge213 cfs
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDAR01468

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 18, 1990
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ANRC

Ownership

ELMER STYERS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Styers' Dam?

Styers' Dam 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 Styers' Dam?

Styers' Dam is owned by ELMER STYERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Styers' Dam built?

Styers' Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Styers' Dam?

Styers' Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Styers' Dam?

Styers' Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Styers' Dam last inspected?

Styers' Dam was last inspected on June 18, 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.