Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-071 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-071, located in Osceola, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on TR-West Barnitz Creek.
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Summary
This Earth dam stands at a height of 40 feet and has a hydraulic height of 35 feet, with a length of 1100 feet. Completed in 1957, this structure provides a maximum storage capacity of 611 acre-feet and a normal storage of 495 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 61 acres. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 2 feet and an outlet gate valve.
Despite being rated with a low hazard potential, this dam presents a very high risk level due to its age and lack of recent condition assessments. The last inspection took place in 1980 and the condition is currently not rated. The risk management measures, emergency action plan, and inundation maps for the site are also not updated. With a maximum discharge capacity of 6800 cubic feet per second, there is a need for regular inspections to ensure the safety and functionality of the dam for flood control purposes. The site falls under the jurisdiction of the OWRB and is in the Tulsa District of the USACE, highlighting the importance of proper regulation and oversight for water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST BARNITZ CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
61 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
611 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
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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.
Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-071