Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-019 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-019, located in Custer County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1954 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on TR-DRY CREEK.
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Summary
This dam stands at a height of 38 feet and has a hydraulic height of 32 feet, providing a storage capacity of 121 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and valve outlet gates, this low hazard potential dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the region.
Despite being last inspected in 1980, the dam at SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-019 remains in a not rated condition. With a very high risk assessment rating of 1, there is a need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this crucial infrastructure. The dam's association with the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlights the collaborative effort to manage water resources and mitigate flood risks in the area, showcasing the importance of state and federal agencies working together for the benefit of the community.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and increase the frequency of extreme weather events, the need for well-maintained dams like SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-019 becomes even more critical. With proper regulatory oversight and enforcement from the OWRB, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding and ensuring the resilience of the local water infrastructure. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor and support the maintenance of such structures to safeguard communities and ecosystems from the effects of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
480 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
121 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
38 |
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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-019