North Fork Ozan Wid Site 3
Key Takeaway
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 3 is classified as high hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 80.8% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 2,389 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 314 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 17,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01161 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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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Significant Hazard 47 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of North Fork Ozan Wid Site 3?
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 3 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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 3?
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 3 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 3 built?
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 3 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 3?
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 3 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 3?
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 3 has a dam height of 47 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 3 last inspected?
North Fork Ozan Wid Site 3 was last inspected on July 22, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.