Newkirk Reservoir Report
Nearby: Salas Fernando Jr Waymire Dale
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
Newkirk, also known as Newkirk Lake, is a private water resource located in Choctaw, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose designated as "Other".
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a hydraulic height of 14 feet, constructed in 1930. It has a normal storage capacity of 138 acre-feet, with a maximum storage of 178 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 30 acres.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), Newkirk boasts a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and an outlet gate valve. Despite being categorized as low hazard potential, its risk assessment indicates a very high level of risk (1). The dam has not been assessed for its condition, but regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
The Newkirk water resource provides essential support to the community and serves as a vital component for water management and climate resilience in the area. With its historical significance dating back to the early 20th century, efforts are continuously made to monitor and maintain the dam's functionality to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of its surrounding environment and residents.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
ROSS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
178 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Newkirk