Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-003 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-003, located in Clinton, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-West Branitz Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1954, this dam stands at a height of 49 feet with a hydraulic height of 44 feet and a length of 3820 feet. It has a storage capacity of 416 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2715 cubic feet per second.
With a significant hazard potential and a fair condition assessment, SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-003 poses a very high risk, warranting close monitoring and management. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. Despite being last inspected in 2011, its inspection frequency is every 3 years, highlighting the importance of regular assessments to ensure its integrity and safety. With the dam primarily serving flood risk reduction purposes, its critical role in mitigating potential disasters in the Dewey County area cannot be understated.
This site, under the jurisdiction of the OWRB and owned by the state of Oklahoma, remains a crucial piece of infrastructure in the region's water resource management efforts. Its strategic location and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service reflect a commitment to safeguarding communities and properties from the impacts of flooding. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and advocating for the maintenance and upkeep of sites like SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-003 are essential in building resilient and sustainable water management systems for the future.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
3820 |
Dam Height |
49 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST BRANITZ CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Nid Storage |
416 |
Structural Height |
49 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
49 |
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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-003