Designed by SCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 16.2 feet, with a storage capacity of 152 acre-feet and a surface area of 4 acres. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, it plays a crucial role in managing stormwater and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
The dam, completed at an unknown date, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet. With a drainage area of 0.41 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 491 cubic feet per second, it effectively regulates water flow during heavy rainfall. Although it has not been inspected since July 1995, the structure's moderate risk assessment rating suggests that it is in satisfactory condition and continues to fulfill its flood risk reduction purpose.
Owned by the local government, Detention Dam Sp-8 exemplifies the collaborative efforts between state agencies and designers to safeguard communities from water-related disasters. Its strategic location and design further highlight the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events in the region.
Dam Length |
860 |
Dam Height |
16.2 |
River Or Stream |
BIRD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
0.41 |
Nid Storage |
152 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Whitewater R At Towanda
|
64cfs |
Otter C At Climax
|
22cfs |
Cedar C Nr Cedar Point
|
61cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Florence
|
215cfs |
Arkansas R At Derby
|
464cfs |
Arkansas R At Wichita
|
368cfs |