Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-033 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-033, located in Clinton, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1955, this dam stands at a height of 40 feet and has a hydraulic height of 35 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 373 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 4675 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the TR-EAST BARNITZ CREEK.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-033 indicates a very high risk level. Although the condition assessment is not rated, the dam has not been inspected since January 1980. It is important for the state regulatory agency, OWRB, to conduct regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the structural integrity of the dam and mitigate any potential risks associated with its operation. With the potential for high-volume water discharge, the controlled spillway and valve outlet gate must be properly maintained to prevent potential flooding and ensure the safety of downstream communities.
Overall, SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-033 serves as a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction in Custer County, Oklahoma. With its strategic location and design, it plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. However, it is imperative for the state agency to prioritize regular inspections and maintenance to address the high risk level associated with this dam and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
980 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST BARNITZ CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
1956 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
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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-033