Pauls Valley Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hettick No.3 Oknoname 049006
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Pauls Valley is a crucial water supply infrastructure located in Garvin County, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Wynnewood.
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Summary
Managed by the local government, this earth dam stands at a height of 54 feet and has a hydraulic height of 40 feet, providing a normal storage capacity of 8,730 acre-feet. Completed in 1954, the dam spans 2,600 feet and is designed to control the flow of Washington Creek, with a controlled spillway width of 4 feet.
Despite its low hazard potential, Pauls Valley poses a significant risk due to its very high risk assessment rating of 1. While its condition is currently not rated, the dam is subject to regular inspections every five years by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are unknown, underscoring the need for enhanced preparedness and assessment to mitigate potential risks associated with its operation. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Pauls Valley serves as a key component of the region's water supply infrastructure, warranting continued monitoring and attention to ensure its long-term reliability and safety.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
2600 |
Dam Height |
54 |
River Or Stream |
WASHINGTON CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
750 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
23.31 |
Nid Storage |
12700 |
Structural Height |
54 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
54 |
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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.
Pauls Valley