Cartwright Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Creach Dam Scs-Cobb Creek Site-101
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Cartwright Dam, located in Custer, Oklahoma, is a privately owned structure that serves multiple purposes, including providing storage for water resources.
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Summary
Completed in 1950, the earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a length of 300 feet, with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, Cartwright Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the dam is inspected every five years to maintain its structural integrity and safety standards. With its location on the Tri. to Deer Creek river, the dam contributes to the overall water management system in the region.
Although the dam has not been modified in recent years, its presence remains essential for flood control and water storage. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently not specified, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks. Overall, Cartwright Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience in Custer, Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TRI. TO DEER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Cartwright Dam