Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-023 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-023, located in Clinton, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 1953 by USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 40 feet and has a hydraulic height of 35 feet. It has a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1130 cubic feet per second. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate.
Despite being rated with a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-023 indicates a very high risk level. Although the condition assessment is not rated, the dam is inspected every three years, with the last inspection taking place in September 2005. While an emergency action plan (EAP) is not specified, the dam is monitored for safety measures and compliance with regulations by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB).
Overall, SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-023 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the design and function of this dam provides valuable insight into the management of water resources and the importance of infrastructure for environmental protection and public safety.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
630 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST BARNITZ CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
135 |
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-023