Rayburn Dam, located in Benton County, Arkansas, is a private-owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Completed in 1973, this earth-type dam has a height of 88 feet and a length of 830 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 1300 acre-feet. The dam stands on the Little Sugar Creek-TR, within the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
With a significant hazard potential, Rayburn Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC). Although the dam's condition is currently not rated, it underwent its last inspection in December 2015. Despite lacking certain emergency preparedness measures, such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps, the dam's risk management and mitigation strategies are unspecified.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate Rayburn Dam for its vital role in providing recreational opportunities while also being a significant structure for flood control and water storage in the region. The dam's design, construction, and regulatory oversight by the ANRC ensure its functionality and safety, making it an essential component of the water management infrastructure in Bella Vista Village and the surrounding areas.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
830 |
Dam Height |
88 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE SUGAR CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
45 |
Hydraulic Height |
80 |
Drainage Area |
1.1 |
Nid Storage |
3100 |
Structural Height |
95 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
95 |
Big Sugar Creek Near Powell
|
43cfs |
Osage Creek Near Cave Springs
|
32cfs |
Indian Creek Near Lanagan
|
70cfs |
Osage Creek Near Elm Springs
|
128cfs |
Flint Creek At Springtown
|
7cfs |
Spavinaw Creek Near Maysville
|
33cfs |