Summary
The dam, classified as an Earth type, stands at a structural height of 19.5 feet and spans 400 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 106 acre-feet, it serves as a crucial water resource in the area, providing a normal storage capacity of 72.2 acre-feet across its 6.1-acre surface area.
Despite its importance, Arcadia poses a high hazard potential due to its uncontrolled spillway type and lack of inspection in recent years. The dam's condition assessment remains unrated, raising concerns about its safety and potential risks to the surrounding community. With a moderate risk level assigned, it is essential for proper risk management measures to be implemented to safeguard against any potential emergencies or failures that may arise.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and address the safety and maintenance of structures like Arcadia to ensure the sustainable management of water resources in the region. By staying informed about its condition and advocating for appropriate risk mitigation strategies, we can help protect both the dam and the surrounding environment from potential hazards and ensure the continued availability of water for various purposes in the area.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
106 |
Structural Height |
19.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Arcadia