Auxiliary Dam No 2, also known as Upper Dam, is a crucial water supply structure located in Magazine, Arkansas.
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Built in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 32.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 315 acre-feet. It serves the primary purpose of water supply and is regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC). With a drainage area of 0.7 square miles and a maximum discharge of 970 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a key role in managing water resources in the region.
Situated along the Petit Jean River in Logan County, Arkansas, Auxiliary Dam No 2 has a surface area of 18 acres and a normal storage capacity of 168 acre-feet. Despite being rated with a high hazard potential, its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated". The dam has not been modified in recent years and lacks detailed emergency action plans. With a history of state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, this dam remains a critical infrastructure for water management in the area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Auxiliary Dam No 2 to be an intriguing structure that plays a vital role in the local water supply system.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
415 |
Dam Height |
32.5 |
River Or Stream |
PETIT JEAN RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.7 |
Nid Storage |
315 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
33 |
Petit Jean River Near Booneville
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83cfs |
Dutch Creek At Waltreak
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0cfs |
Fourche Lafave River Near Gravelly
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164cfs |
Poteau River At Cauthron
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111cfs |
James Fork Near Hackett
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32cfs |
Petit Jean River At Danville
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366cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Booneville Municipal Park
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Jack Creek Recreation Area
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Knoppers Ford
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Magazine Municipal RV Park
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