Rippetoe Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oknoname 063020 Oknoname 063021
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Rippetoe Dam, located in Atwood, Oklahoma, was completed in 1965 and serves as a crucial water resource structure on the Tri.
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to Holdenville Lake tributary. With a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, this dam plays a significant role in managing water flow and storage in the region. Despite its age, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, ensuring its continued safety and functionality.
Owned privately, Rippetoe Dam is primarily used for purposes other than flood control or water supply, with a spillway width of 1 foot and a controlled spillway type. The dam's risk assessment is categorized as very high, underscoring the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential hazards. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, its regulatory oversight and enforcement by the state indicate a commitment to ensuring the safety and integrity of this critical infrastructure. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Rippetoe Dam presents a fascinating case study in the management and regulation of dams in Oklahoma's water infrastructure landscape.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TRI. TO HOLDENVILLE LAKE |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Canadian River At Calvin
|
361cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
12cfs |
North Canadian River Near Wetumka
|
209cfs |
Little River Near Tecumseh
|
8cfs |
North Canadian River At Shawnee
|
177cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
141cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Rippetoe Dam