Tailings Pond Dam No 3
Key Takeaway
Tailings Pond Dam No 3 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 68.6% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 3,672 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 335 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00914 |
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
CERTAINTEED GYPSUM
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tailings Pond Dam No 3?
Tailings Pond Dam No 3 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 Tailings Pond Dam No 3?
Tailings Pond Dam No 3 is owned by CERTAINTEED GYPSUM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tailings Pond Dam No 3 built?
Tailings Pond Dam No 3 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Tailings Pond Dam No 3?
Tailings Pond Dam No 3 serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tailings Pond Dam No 3?
Tailings Pond Dam No 3 has a dam height of 35 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 Tailings Pond Dam No 3 last inspected?
Tailings Pond Dam No 3 was last inspected on October 15, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.