Jenkins Lake Dam, located in Tichnor, Arkansas, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1952, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 403 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 218 acre-feet, the dam serves primarily to mitigate flood risks along the Williams Branch river.
Despite being privately owned, Jenkins Lake Dam is not regulated or inspected by the state, with no permitting or enforcement requirements in place. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While it has not undergone recent inspections or assessments, the structure continues to serve its intended purpose of flood risk reduction in the region.
Situated within the Memphis District of the USACE, Jenkins Lake Dam does not feature any outlet gates or associated structures. With a surface area of 25.6 acres and a drainage area of 0.63 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. Despite its unregulated status, the dam remains a key component of the local flood risk reduction infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
403 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
WILLIAMS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
0.63 |
Nid Storage |
218 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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