White River Lock & Dam No. 3
Key Takeaway
White River Lock & Dam No. 3 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 30.9% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 751 ft |
| Dam Type | Timber Crib |
| Max Storage | 10.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,024 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10,703 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 71,218 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01321 |
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
Independence County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of White River Lock & Dam No. 3?
White River Lock & 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 White River Lock & Dam No. 3?
White River Lock & Dam No. 3 is owned by Independence County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White River Lock & Dam No. 3 built?
White River Lock & Dam No. 3 was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 White River Lock & Dam No. 3?
White River Lock & Dam No. 3 serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is White River Lock & Dam No. 3?
White River Lock & Dam No. 3 has a dam height of 21 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 White River Lock & Dam No. 3 last inspected?
White River Lock & Dam No. 3 was last inspected on March 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.