Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-054 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oknoname 30124 Curtis Walker Gss 1
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-054, located in Custer County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and constructed in 1957 for flood risk reduction along the TR-West Barnitz Creek.
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Summary
With a height of 44 feet and a hydraulic height of 38 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 253 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 241 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 33 acres. The dam also features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, this dam has a very high risk assessment due to its age and lack of recent condition assessments. The last inspection date recorded was in 1980, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. The dam's condition is currently rated as "Not Rated," and there is no available information on the emergency action plan (EAP) status or risk management measures in place. The risk assessment for this dam is highlighted as very high, indicating the need for further evaluation and potential updates to ensure its safety and effectiveness in managing flood risks.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
880 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST BARNITZ CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
33 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Nid Storage |
253 |
Structural Height |
44 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
44 |
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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.
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