Sixmile Creek Wid Site 21, located in Franklin County, Arkansas, is a private earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along Hurricane Creek.
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Completed in 1956, this dam stands at a hydraulic height of 33 feet and a length of 1319 feet, with a storage capacity of 456 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite being privately owned, Sixmile Creek Wid Site 21 is not state-regulated and does not require inspection, permitting, or enforcement. With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. The dam is a testament to the collaborative effort between the Natural Resources Conservation Service and the landowners to protect the community from potential flooding events.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Sixmile Creek Wid Site 21 serves as a valuable example of sustainable water management practices. Its design and construction by USDA NRCS demonstrate the importance of strategic flood risk reduction measures in safeguarding communities and ecosystems. This dam stands as a vital infrastructure for protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation, highlighting the role of earth dams in mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events and climate change.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
1319 |
River Or Stream |
HURRICANE CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Nid Storage |
456 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
33 |
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