Ozan Creek Site 13 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ozan Creek Site 13, located in Hempstead County, Arkansas, is a flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission.


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Summary

Completed in 2008, this earth dam stands at 35 feet tall and stretches 1140 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 286.5 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.32 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment level of 3, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and management measures.

The primary purpose of Ozan Creek Site 13 is flood risk reduction, serving as a protective barrier along the South Fork of Ozan Creek. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks or other structures. While it has not been rated for condition assessment, the dam's last inspection in July 2015 revealed no immediate concerns. With its strategic location and engineering design, Ozan Creek Site 13 plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events, making it a vital asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and appreciate.

Year Completed

2008

Dam Length

1140

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

SOUTH FORK OZAN CREEK-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Hydraulic Height

32

Drainage Area

0.32

Nid Storage

286.5

Structural Height

35

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

35
       
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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.