Brigham Lake Dam, located in Ouachita, Arkansas, is a privately owned Earth-type dam primarily used for recreation.
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Humidity
Completed in 1966, the dam has a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a structural height of 14 feet, with a length of 2480 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 48 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1460 cubic feet per second. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated.
The dam, situated on Gum Creek-TR, is managed by the Vicksburg District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. It offers a surface area of 12.8 acres and serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities. While the dam has not been inspected recently, it remains a key feature in the local landscape, providing opportunities for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems in the area. With its modest storage capacity and recreational focus, Brigham Lake Dam represents a harmonious blend of function and leisure in the heart of Arkansas.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
2480 |
River Or Stream |
GUM CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.24 |
Nid Storage |
106 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
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