Poteau River Wid Site 07 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Poteau River Wid Site 07, located in Scott County, Arkansas, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1966.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and spans 830 feet along Presley Branch, with a storage capacity of 632 acre-feet. Despite its limited surface area of 8 acres, the dam serves a vital purpose in safeguarding the local community from potential flooding events, as evidenced by its state-regulated status and high hazard potential rating.
Managed by the local government and inspected by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC), Poteau River Wid Site 07 poses a moderate risk level and has not been rated for its current condition. While the dam is primarily constructed of stone core material, it features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1960 cubic feet per second, this structure plays a key role in protecting the surrounding area from floodwaters, underscoring the importance of water resource management in the face of climate variability and extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
830 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
PRESLEY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
1.7 |
Nid Storage |
632 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Poteau River At Cauthron
|
111cfs |
Petit Jean River Near Booneville
|
83cfs |
Poteau River At Loving
|
113cfs |
James Fork Near Hackett
|
32cfs |
Black Fork Below Big Creek Nr Page
|
4cfs |
Fourche Lafave River Near Gravelly
|
164cfs |
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.
Poteau River Wid Site 07