North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2
Key Takeaway
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2 is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 71.9% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,725 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,970 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | AR00923 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
NORTH FORK OZAN CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2?
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2?
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2 is owned by NORTH FORK OZAN CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2 built?
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2 was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2?
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2?
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2 has a dam height of 37 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2 last inspected?
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2 was last inspected on July 26, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.