Dequeen Dam - Saddle Dike C, also known as Dequeen Lake, is a federal-owned Earth dam located on Rolling Fork in Sevier County, Arkansas.
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Completed in 1977 by the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam stands at a height of 160 feet and has a hydraulic height of 145 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, but it also serves for recreation and water supply. The dam has a high hazard potential and a reservoir storage capacity of 370,600 acre-feet.
The US Army Corps of Engineers actively manages the flood risks associated with Dequeen Dam by continuously monitoring its condition and engaging with local emergency managers and the public to raise awareness and preparedness. Regular maintenance and repairs are conducted to ensure the dam's structural integrity and functionality. Despite the risk management measures in place, severe weather events that bring large amounts of water into the system can potentially overwhelm the dam, leading to issues.
Dequeen Dam is an essential structure for flood risk reduction in the area, with measures in place to address potential emergencies. The Corps works collaboratively with local stakeholders to ensure the dam's safety and functionality, while striving to enhance public awareness and emergency preparedness. More detailed information about the dam's risk management and operations will be added in the future.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
423 |
Dam Height |
160 |
River Or Stream |
ROLLING FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1700 |
Hydraulic Height |
145 |
Drainage Area |
169 |
Nid Storage |
370600 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
160 |
Little River Near Horatio
|
3790cfs |
Mountain Fork Near Eagletown
|
905cfs |
Saline River Near Lockesburg
|
88cfs |
Cossatot River Near Vandervoort
|
78cfs |
Little River Blw Lukfata Creek
|
702cfs |
Mountain Fork At Smithville
|
137cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Cossatot Reefs - Gillham Lake
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Big Coon Creek - Gillham Lake
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Little Coon Creek - Gillham Lake
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