Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-045 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Custer, Oklahoma, the SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-045 is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1955 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-West Barnitz Creek.
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Summary
With a dam height of 39 feet and a hydraulic height of 34 feet, this earth dam spans 560 feet and has a storage capacity of 279 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the risk assessment for this dam is rated as very high, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its safety and reliability.
Managed by the OWRB, this controlled spillway dam features a valve outlet gate and has not been significantly modified since its construction. Although its condition is currently not rated, the dam has an inspection frequency of 5 years and was last inspected in 1980. While an emergency action plan (EAP) has not been prepared for this site, it is crucial for stakeholders to prioritize the development of risk management measures and inundation maps to address the identified high-risk potential associated with this structure. Overall, the SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-045 serves as a critical infrastructure for flood protection in the region and requires ongoing attention to ensure its continued functionality and safety in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
560 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST BARNITZ CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
279 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
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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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