Jd Mccarty Center Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Jd Mccarty Center Lake, located in Cleveland County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated reservoir with a significant hazard potential and a poor condition assessment.


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Summary

The earth dam, completed in 1950, stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is listed as "Other," with a controlled spillway and a maximum discharge rate of 2400 cubic feet per second.

Despite its poor condition assessment, Jd Mccarty Center Lake remains a vital water resource in the region, serving as a tributary to Rock Creek and providing essential water storage for the surrounding area. The dam's risk assessment is categorized as "Very High (1)," indicating the need for continued monitoring and potential risk management measures. With state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place, efforts are being made to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam for both water resource management and climate adaptation purposes.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to recognize the importance of maintaining infrastructure like Jd Mccarty Center Lake to mitigate the impacts of climate change and ensure the sustainable management of water resources in the region. By staying informed about the condition and regulatory oversight of dams like this one, enthusiasts can advocate for necessary maintenance and risk management measures to protect both communities and ecosystems that rely on these crucial water sources.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

1000

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO ROCK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

120

Structural Height

20

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

20
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.