Upstream Mine Creek Res. Dam
Upstream Mine Creek Res. Dam is an earth dam located in Howard County, Arkansas, built in 1985. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Upstream Mine Creek Res. Dam
The primary purpose of Upstream Mine Creek Res. Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by City Of Nashville (local government). It impounds the Mine Creek near Nashville.
The dam stands 47 feet tall and stretches 1,500 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 123 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 3,091 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 1 square miles. Completed in 1985, the structure is 41 years old.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. Its condition is rated satisfactory, indicating no existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. The most recent inspection on record was 01/02/2025.
At 47 feet, this dam is taller than 92% of dams nationwide.
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Location
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Howard |
| Nearest City | Nashville |
| River/Stream | Mine Creek |
| Coordinates | 34.01833, -93.84944 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 47 ft |
| Dam Height | 47 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 3,091 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,091 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1,695 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 123 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,590 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | City of Nashville |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 01/02/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | AR01480 |
| Federal ID | AR01480 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |