Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12

SOUTH FORK OZAN CREEK-TR· Hempstead, Arkansas· Built 2006· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12 is classified as low hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 62.3% in AR)
Dam Length1,932 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage533 acre-ft
Normal Storage135 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge457 cfs
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDAR01543

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 8, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ANRC

Ownership

OZAN CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12?

Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12?

Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12 is owned by OZAN CREEK WATERSHED IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12 built?

Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12 was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12?

Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12 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 Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12?

Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12 has a dam height of 31 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 Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12 last inspected?

Ozan Creek SWCD Site 12 was last inspected on July 8, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.