Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-005 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-005, located in Clinton, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Constructed in 1954 by the USDA NRCS, this dam has a height of 33 feet and a length of 1230 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 480 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-WEST BARNITZ CREEK and is owned by the state, with regulatory oversight by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a condition assessment of fair, SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-005 poses a significant risk in the event of a breach. Despite its age, the dam has a history of regular inspections and maintenance, with the last inspection conducted in September 2011. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and one outlet gate for flood control purposes, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2905 cubic feet per second.
The risk assessment for SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-005 indicates a very high risk level, making it crucial for proper risk management measures to be in place. As a key component in flood risk reduction for the area, this dam plays a vital role in protecting downstream communities and infrastructure from potential flooding events. With its strategic location and design features, SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-005 stands as a critical asset in the state's water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
1230 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST BARNITZ CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Nid Storage |
480 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
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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-005