Flat Creek Wid Site 6 in Lawrence, Arkansas is a local government-owned flood risk reduction dam designed by USDA NRCS and regulated by the ANRC.
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Completed in 1966, this Earth dam stands at 27 feet tall and spans 563 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1165 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 2.3 square miles along Crow Creek. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" and a hazard potential rated as "Low".
Despite being last inspected in 2013, with a moderate risk assessment of 3, Flat Creek Wid Site 6 has not been rated for its condition. The dam's emergency action plan status and adherence to guidelines remain unknown, indicating potential areas for improvement in risk management and emergency preparedness. As an essential infrastructure for the surrounding area's flood protection, ongoing inspections and maintenance are crucial to ensure the dam's structural integrity and functionality in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource demands.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
563 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
CROW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
2.3 |
Nid Storage |
1165 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
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