Dresser Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Dresser, located in Whitesboro, Oklahoma, is a private-owned dam on Little Buzzard Creek that was completed in 1968.
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Summary
With a primary purpose classified as "Other", Dresser stands at a height of 19 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 90 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
The dam's hazard potential is rated as low, but it poses a very high risk due to its condition assessment not being rated. Despite this, Dresser has a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. Its risk management measures are not specified, and emergency action plans (EAP) have not been prepared or updated recently. The dam's risk assessment indicates a very high risk level, making it a critical structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and evaluate.
Given its location in Le Flore County, Oklahoma, Dresser is under the jurisdiction of the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Its risk character summary and inundation maps are not available, highlighting the need for further assessment and management of this vital water resource. Overall, Dresser serves as a significant point of interest for those interested in the intersection of water resources, climate, and infrastructure management in the region.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
950 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE BUZZARD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Dresser