North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2 is a flood risk reduction dam located in Pike, Arkansas, along the Holt & Sanford Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a storage capacity of 1,344 acre-feet. With a maximum discharge of 2,970 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing floodwaters in the region. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam's spillway width is 0, and it has a significant hazard potential.

The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it is regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission. The structure has not been inspected since July 2013, with a moderate risk assessment rating. The North Fork Ozan Wid Site 2 serves as an essential infrastructure for water resource management in the area, demonstrating the importance of effective dam operations and maintenance in mitigating flood risks and ensuring community safety. Located in a picturesque setting, the dam stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management practices in Arkansas.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

1725

Dam Height

37

River Or Stream

HOLT & SANFORD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19

Hydraulic Height

33

Drainage Area

3.1

Nid Storage

1344

Structural Height

38

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

38
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.