Sixmile Creek Wid Site 05, also known as the Sixmile Creek Watershed Site 5 Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Caulksville, Arkansas.
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Built in 1963 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 52.9 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the Little Caney Creek. With a storage capacity of 780 acre-feet and a normal storage of 67 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 12 acres while draining a 2-square mile watershed.
While designated as having a low hazard potential, the dam has been rated as not assessed for its condition. Nonetheless, it meets Arkansas state regulations, with state inspection, permitting, and enforcement in place. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with outlets also being uncontrolled. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk, but no specific risk management measures have been identified. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Sixmile Creek Wid Site 05 offers an intriguing case study of a privately-owned dam designed for flood risk reduction in the lush landscapes of Logan County, Arkansas.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
614 |
Dam Height |
52.9 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CANEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
52.9 |
Drainage Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
780 |
Structural Height |
49.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
53 |
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