Flat Creek Wid Site 2 dam
Flat Creek Wid Site 2
Flat Creek Wid Site 2, located in Denton, Arkansas, is a vital flood risk reduction structure managed by the local government with oversight from the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission. Built in 1962 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 34 feet in height and spans 1225 feet across Flat Creek-TR. With a storage capacity of 1118 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.3 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's condition remains unrated as of the last inspection in July 2013. The spillway, which is uncontrolled, serves as the primary outlet for excess water flow. With a maximum discharge capacity of 3694 cubic feet per second, the dam is equipped to handle moderate risks according to a risk assessment score of 3. While emergency action plans and inundation maps are yet to be prepared, the dam continues to operate under the supervision of the local government, ensuring the safety and security of the surrounding community.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the engineering feat of Flat Creek Wid Site 2 and its vital role in flood risk reduction for Lawrence County, Arkansas. As a key structure in the region's water management system, this dam serves as a testament to the importance of proactive measures in safeguarding communities against natural disasters. With a rich history dating back to its construction in the 1960s, this earth dam continues to stand as a beacon of resilience and protection in the face of potential flooding events.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Flat Creek Wid Site 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Black River At Black Rock | 4,240 cfs | → |
| Spring River At Imboden | 442 cfs | → |
| Black River At Pocahontas | 3,020 cfs | → |
| Elevenpoint River Near Ravenden Springs | 599 cfs | → |
| Spring River At Town Branch Bridge At Hardy | 377 cfs | → |
| Black River At Elgin Ferry | 4,640 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Flat Creek Wid Site 2.
Boat launches
Fishing spots
Track Flat Creek Wid Site 2 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Flat Creek Wid Site 2
Where does the data for Flat Creek Wid Site 2 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Flat Creek Wid Site 2.