Big Creek Wid Site 01, located in Greene County, Arkansas, is a vital structure managed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along Big Creek.
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This earth dam, completed in 1967, stands at a height of 35 feet and has a storage capacity of 4580 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 6.6 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 414 cubic feet per second and is regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission.
The primary purpose of Big Creek Wid Site 01 is flood risk reduction, with additional benefits for recreation in the area. With a spillway type of "Uncontrolled," the dam features uncontrolled outlet gates to manage water flow during high-water events. Though the condition assessment is not rated as of the last inspection in 2016, the risk assessment categorizes the structure as moderate. Overall, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding community from flooding while also offering recreational opportunities for residents and visitors to enjoy.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
3000 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
107 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
6.6 |
Nid Storage |
4580 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
35 |
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