Caney Creek Wid Site 5 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Caney Creek Wid Site 5 is a flood risk reduction dam located in Wynne, Arkansas, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1959.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at 19 feet tall with a structural height of 19 feet and a length of 660 feet. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the local government and has a normal storage capacity of 37 acre-feet.
The dam is situated on Turkey Creek-TR and is under the jurisdiction of the Little Rock District with a hazard potential rated as high. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam has a moderate risk assessment of 3 and has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection was conducted in August 2016, with no recent updates on the emergency action plan or risk management measures in place.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Caney Creek Wid Site 5 to be an important infrastructure contributing to flood risk reduction in the area. Its design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and strategic location make it a key asset in managing water flow in Cross County, Arkansas. The dam's capacity, height, and storage capabilities underscore its vital role in protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
660 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TURKEY CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
225 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Languille River Near Colt
|
12cfs |
Languille River At Palestine
|
11cfs |
Cache River Near Cotton Plant
|
104cfs |
White River Near Augusta
|
11700cfs |
White River At Georgetown
|
11200cfs |
White River At Newport
|
11300cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Caney Creek Wid Site 5