Summary
Canadian River. Constructed in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet with a hydraulic height of 30 feet, providing a storage capacity of 108 acre-feet for irrigation purposes. The dam spans a length of 1271 feet and features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Cimarron Feeders No 1 has a low hazard potential but is classified as having a very high risk due to its location and design. Despite not being currently rated for its condition, the dam undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last documented inspection conducted in January 2005. With a single valve outlet gate, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, ensuring water availability for agricultural activities in the area.
Overall, Cimarron Feeders No 1 serves as a vital water infrastructure for irrigation in Cimarron County, Oklahoma, contributing to the state's agricultural sector. While facing a high risk due to its design and location, the dam's low hazard potential and regular inspection schedule help mitigate potential issues. With its controlled spillway and storage capacity, this earth dam continues to play a key role in water resource management along the TR-N. Canadian River, supporting the region's water needs for irrigation purposes.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1271 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-N. CANADIAN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
108 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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.
Cimarron Feeders No 1