Oknoname 059053 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oknoname 059052 Catlin #11
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Oknoname 059053, located in Buffalo, Oklahoma, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1940.
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Summary
This dam serves multiple purposes, with a primary focus on water resource management. Standing at a height of 16 feet and a length of 320 feet, it has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and a surface area of 2 acres. The dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite being classified with a low hazard potential, Oknoname 059053 is rated with a very high risk due to its location and potential impact in the event of failure. The dam features a controlled spillway and one valve as an outlet gate, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1240 cubic feet per second. The dam's condition remains unrated, with the last inspection conducted in August 2011. Although the risk management measures and emergency action plan status are not specified, the dam's risk assessment highlights the critical importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential hazards.
Oknoname 059053 stands as a vital infrastructure component in the management of water resources along the TR BUFFALO CR stream. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the proper regulation and maintenance of dams like Oknoname 059053 are crucial to ensure the safety of downstream communities and the sustainable use of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR BUFFALO CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cimarron River Near Buffalo
|
75cfs |
Cimarron R Near Buttermilk
|
43cfs |
Bluff Creek Nr Buttermilk
|
43cfs |
North Canadian River At Woodward
|
59cfs |
Crooked C Nr Englewood
|
7cfs |
Cimarron River Near Waynoka
|
133cfs |
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.
Oknoname 059053