Poinsett Site 114 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Poinsett County, Arkansas, specifically in the city of Madison.
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Built in 1984 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a flood risk reduction structure along the Tr-Big Creek. With a height of 23 feet and a length of 535 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet, making it a crucial asset in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the area.
Managed and maintained by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Poinsett Site 114 has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While the condition assessment is currently not available, the dam is designed to be uncontrolled, with an uncontrolled spillway width of 30 feet. Despite its relatively small surface area of 3 acres, the dam plays a significant role in protecting the surrounding community and infrastructure from potential flooding events, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience strategies in the region.
As an essential piece of infrastructure for flood risk reduction in Poinsett County, Poinsett Site 114 showcases the collaborative efforts between local government and federal agencies in safeguarding communities against water-related disasters. With its strategic location and design features, this earth dam stands as a testament to the ongoing commitment to addressing climate challenges and ensuring the safety and resilience of water resources in Arkansas.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
535 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
Tr-Big Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
23 |
Cache River At Egypt
|
21cfs |
White River At Newport
|
11300cfs |
Languille River Near Colt
|
12cfs |
Black River At Elgin Ferry
|
3780cfs |
Black River At Black Rock
|
4290cfs |
Languille River At Palestine
|
11cfs |