Rutler Gail I Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Rutler Gail I is a privately owned dam located in Lincoln County, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Stroud.
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Summary
Built in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a length of 640 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Rutler Gail I is categorized as "Other", with the dam serving various purposes beyond flood control or water supply.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Rutler Gail I has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Although the dam has not been inspected since May 2011, it is still regulated, permitted, and inspected by the state, ensuring its structural integrity and safety. The spillway of Rutler Gail I is controlled, with a width of 1 foot, and it is equipped with a valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite being a privately owned structure, Rutler Gail I poses a very high risk, indicating the potential for significant consequences in the event of failure. It is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to recognize the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams like Rutler Gail I to prevent any potential risks to surrounding communities and the environment.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
640 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
300 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cimarron River Near Ripley
|
544cfs |
Deep Fork At Warwick
|
23cfs |
North Canadian River At Shawnee
|
177cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
141cfs |
North Canadian River Near Harrah
|
145cfs |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
|
11cfs |
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.
Rutler Gail I