Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-053 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-051 Adams
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-053, located in Parkersburg, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on TR-West Barnitz Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1956, this dam stands at 38 feet tall and has a storage capacity of 293 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-053 is regularly inspected for safety and compliance. Despite being rated as "Not Rated" in condition assessment, the structure's risk assessment is categorized as Very High (1), highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. Its emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unspecified, indicating a potential area for improvement in the site's overall water resource management strategy.
Representing a collaboration between state and federal agencies, SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-053 serves as a key component of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in Custer County, Oklahoma. Its strategic location, design specifications, and regulatory oversight make it a critical resource for protecting the local community from potential water-related hazards.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST BARNITZ CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
293 |
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.
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