South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 3, located in Perry County, Arkansas, is a significant earth dam constructed in 1981 by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along Little Bear Creek.
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With a height of 105 feet and a length of 1175 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 6415 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 7.7 square miles. The dam, primarily made of stone, is under state jurisdiction and regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission.
Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a spillway width of 0 feet and is deemed to have a significant hazard potential. The risk assessment for South Fourche Lafave Wid Site 3 classifies it as moderate (3) and it has not been rated for its condition assessment. The last inspection date was in May 2014, with an inspection frequency of 0. With its critical role in flood risk reduction and its location in a vulnerable area, this dam stands as a crucial infrastructure for water resource management in the region, catering to the safety and well-being of local communities.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
1175 |
Dam Height |
105 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
36 |
Drainage Area |
7.7 |
Nid Storage |
6415 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
105 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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South Fourche Recreation Area
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River Road
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Quarry Cove
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County Line
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Carter Cove
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