Ward Lake Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateArkansas
CountyPolk
Nearest CityMENA
River/StreamWARD CREEK
Coordinates34.60500, -94.24667

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height85 ft
Dam Height80 ft
Dam Length850 ft
Year Completed1946 (80 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,381 acre-ft
Max Storage1,381 acre-ft
Normal Storage910 acre-ft
Surface Area39 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge4,908 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerMena Water Utlities
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/19/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDAR00902
Federal IDAR00902
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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