Little Clear Creek Site 1, also known as Lake Alma, is a local government-owned dam located in Crawford County, Arkansas.
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Built in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 114 feet and spans a length of 1026 feet along the Little Clear Creek. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a normal storage capacity of 3640 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 11980 acre-feet.
This dam, regulated by the ANRC, poses a high hazard potential and has a moderate risk assessment rating. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the structure has not been rated for condition assessment as of the last inspection in 2015. Despite its age, Little Clear Creek Site 1 continues to serve its community in Alma, Arkansas, by safeguarding against flooding and ensuring water supply for the area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this site to be a fascinating example of engineering ingenuity and environmental stewardship in action.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1026 |
Dam Height |
114 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CLEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
124 |
Hydraulic Height |
114 |
Drainage Area |
14.5 |
Nid Storage |
11980 |
Structural Height |
114 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
114 |
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