Ouachita Creek Wid Site 3 dam
Ouachita Creek Wid Site 3
Ouachita Creek Wid Site 3, also known as Arnoname 194, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Perry County, Arkansas. Built in 1966 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam spans 1268 feet and has a hydraulic height of 13 feet. The primary purpose of this dam is flood risk reduction, serving as a crucial infrastructure to protect the surrounding area from potential inundation.
With a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Ouachita Creek Wid Site 3 plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region. While it is not currently state regulated or permitted, this structure is a key component in the flood control system of the Ouachita Creek-TR watershed. Despite its age, the dam has not been inspected since 2014 and is considered to be in "not rated" condition, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in mitigating flood risks.
As a part of the Little Rock District and owned by the local government, Ouachita Creek Wid Site 3 stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between federal agencies and community stakeholders to protect water resources and mitigate climate-related risks. Its construction and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service reflect a commitment to sustainable water management practices that benefit both the environment and local communities. Moving forward, it is essential to prioritize regular inspections and maintenance to uphold the integrity of this critical infrastructure for the resilience of the surrounding area.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Ouachita Creek Wid Site 3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Maumelle At State Hwy 10 Near Wye | 293 cfs | → |
| Maumelle River At Maumelle Dam At Natural Steps | · | → |
| Maumelle River At Williams Junction | 0 cfs | → |
| Cadron Creek Near Guy | 36 cfs | → |
| West Fork Point Remove Creek Near Hattieville | 45 cfs | → |
| Fourche Lafave River Near Aplin | 72 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ouachita Creek Wid Site 3.
Boat launches
- Yellow Mtb Trail Faulkner County
- Maumelle Park Road Pulaski County
- Main Current Mtb Trail Little Rock
- Cook's Landing Road North Little Rock
- West Colonel Glenn Road Saline County
- Little Rock
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Cadron Creek
- Craig D Campbell Lake Conway Reservoir
- Lake Overcup
- Lake Maumelle
- Harris Brake Lake
- Lake Valencia
Paddle runs
- Forest Road 132c To Forest Raod 179
- Forest Road 179 To East Line Of Nw 1/4 Sec 22, T2n, R17w
- East Line Of Nw 1/4, Sec 22, T2n, R17w To West Line Of Sec 26, T2n, R17w
- Headwaters Sec 2, T2n, R18w To Forest Road 132c
- Lake Winona Dam To Southern Line Of Sec 16, T2n, R17w
- Headwaters Sec 2, T1n, R20w To Sec 7, T1n, R19w
Track Ouachita Creek Wid Site 3 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Ouachita Creek Wid Site 3
Where does the data for Ouachita Creek Wid Site 3 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Ouachita Creek Wid Site 3.