Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-058 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 23, 2025
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-058, located in Custer County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the West Barnitz Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1948, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and has a hydraulic height of 28 feet, with a length of 600 feet and a storage capacity of 194 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a very high risk assessment rating, indicating the need for careful monitoring and management.
Owned by the state and regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-058 has one valve outlet gate and a controlled spillway. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last recorded inspection dating back to 1980. With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, this site plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, highlighting the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
As an essential infrastructure for flood control in the area, SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-058 serves as a critical component of the water resource management system in Custer County. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating the impact of high discharge events, ensuring the safety and protection of nearby communities. While the dam's risk assessment is classified as very high, the implementation of effective risk management measures and regular inspections are essential to maintain the structural integrity of the site and safeguard against potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST BARNITZ CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
194 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River Near Foss
|
5cfs |
Washita River Near Clinton
|
30cfs |
Washita River Near Hammon
|
13cfs |
Washita River Near Cheyenne
|
9cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
|
16cfs |
North Fork Red River Near Carter
|
26cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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-058
Foss Reservoir Near Foss