Hutchison No.5 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 31, 2025
Hutchison No.5 is a privately owned earth dam located in Trail, Oklahoma, along the Horse Canyon River.
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Summary
Constructed in 1961 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 25 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction. With a maximum storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a normal storage of 30 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels in the area.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Hutchison No.5 has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. Despite its age, the dam continues to be inspected every five years to ensure its safety and functionality. With a controlled spillway and one outlet valve, the dam is equipped to handle a maximum discharge of 470 cubic feet per second, making it a key infrastructure for water resource management in Ellis County.
While the risk assessment for Hutchison No.5 indicates a very high risk level, the dam meets regulatory guidelines and is actively monitored for any potential issues. As a vital component of the local water infrastructure, Hutchison No.5 contributes to the overall resilience of the region against flooding events and plays a critical role in protecting downstream communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
208 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
HORSE CANYON |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Hutchison No.5