Yost Reservoir, located in Payne, Oklahoma, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1920 primarily for flood risk reduction along the East Brush Creek.
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With a height of 18 feet and a length of 1000 feet, the reservoir has a maximum storage capacity of 260 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 126 acre-feet. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite its low hazard potential, Yost Reservoir is considered to have a very high risk of failure (rated 1 out of 5) based on its risk assessment. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, with the last inspection conducted in December 2003 and an inspection frequency of every 5 years. While the reservoir is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, it does not have any associated structures or federal agencies involved in its ownership or funding.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Yost Reservoir presents an interesting case study in dam infrastructure and risk management. With its historical significance dating back to the early 20th century, the reservoir continues to play a vital role in flood risk reduction for the surrounding area. Monitoring and maintaining the dam's integrity will be crucial in ensuring the safety and reliability of this essential water resource in the future.
Year Completed |
1920 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
EAST BRUSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
260 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
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11cfs |
Cimarron River Near Ripley
|
544cfs |
Arkansas River At Ralston
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1820cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
489cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
28cfs |
Deep Fork At Warwick
|
23cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake McMurtry East
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Lake McMurtry West
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Catfish Cove
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Lake Carl Blackwell
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