Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-044 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-044, located in Custer, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1955, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and has a hydraulic height of 33 feet. With a storage capacity of 348 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2285 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing the flow of the TR-West Barnitz Creek.
Despite its low hazard potential, SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-044 is considered to have a very high risk level, indicating the importance of effective risk management measures. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release. While the condition assessment is currently rated as "Not Rated," regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are areas that may require further attention and improvement.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-044 serves as a valuable case study in understanding the role of dams in flood risk reduction and water management. By highlighting the importance of regular inspections, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness, this dam underscores the need for proactive measures to ensure the safety and effectiveness of critical water infrastructure. With its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight by the OWRB, this dam serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to balance water resource management with environmental and public safety considerations.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
1070 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST BARNITZ CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
31 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Nid Storage |
348 |
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-044