Ozan Creek Swcd Site 19 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ozan Creek SWCD Site 19 is a flood risk reduction structure located in Hempstead County, Arkansas.


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Summary

Owned by the local government and designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and has a hydraulic height of 22.6 feet, providing critical protection to the surrounding area. Completed in 1991, this dam has a normal storage capacity of 135 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 775 acre-feet, serving as a vital resource for managing water flow in the South Fork Ozan Creek-TR.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Ozan Creek SWCD Site 19 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region. The dam, with a length of 2332 feet and a surface area of 28 acres, is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates to manage water discharge effectively. While its condition assessment is currently not rated, regular inspections by the appropriate regulatory agencies ensure that the structure meets safety standards and is ready to respond to any emergency situation. This site is a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government and federal agencies in safeguarding the community from potential water-related disasters.

Year Completed

1991

Dam Length

2332

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

SOUTH FORK OZAN CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

28

Hydraulic Height

22.6

Drainage Area

0.9

Nid Storage

775

Structural Height

37

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

37
       
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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.