Poinsett Wid Site 13 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Poinsett Wid Site 13, located in Greenefield, Arkansas, is a flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1983.
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Summary
This earth dam on Barker Creek has a height of 27 feet and a length of 1350 feet, providing storage for 468 acre-feet of water. The dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and is regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission.
The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a maximum discharge of 3750 cubic feet per second. The structure has a high hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While the dam's condition is not currently rated, it undergoes regular inspections, with the last inspection conducted in May 2014. The dam is not owned by a federal agency, but rather by the local government, and is not associated with any other structures.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and regulation of dams in Arkansas may find Poinsett Wid Site 13 to be an intriguing case study. With its unique design, purpose, and risk assessment, this earth dam provides valuable insights into flood risk reduction strategies and the importance of maintaining and inspecting critical infrastructure to ensure public safety and water resource management.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
1350 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
BARKER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Drainage Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
468 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cache River At Egypt
|
17cfs |
White River At Newport
|
11300cfs |
Black River At Elgin Ferry
|
3710cfs |
Languille River Near Colt
|
11cfs |
Black River At Black Rock
|
4220cfs |
Black River At Pocahontas
|
3040cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Poinsett Wid Site 13