Poinsett Wid Site 10, located in Poinsett, Arkansas, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1991.
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This Earth dam stands at 29 feet tall and spans 1700 feet across, with a storage capacity of 768 acre-feet. Situated on Big Creek in the Little Rock District, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the local government, Poinsett Wid Site 10 is regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam serves as a key asset in mitigating flood risks in the region. Although its condition is currently not rated, the dam's purpose of flood risk reduction underscores its importance in safeguarding the community and environment against water-related disasters.
Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, Poinsett Wid Site 10 remains a critical infrastructure for flood management in the area. With a drainage area of 1.3 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 5581 cubic feet per second, this dam continues to contribute to the overall water resource and climate resilience efforts in Poinsett County, Arkansas.
Year Completed |
1991 |
Dam Length |
1700 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
35 |
Drainage Area |
1.3 |
Nid Storage |
768 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
29 |
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 |