Owen Rc Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hominy Lake Turiff R.
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Owen Rc is a privately owned dam located in Creek, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose classified as "Other." The dam, completed in 1960, stands at a height of 40 feet and has a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet.
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Summary
It serves as a vital structure for water resource management, holding back the waters of TR-COTTONWOOD CR and providing flood control benefits to the surrounding area.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), Owen Rc is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state, ensuring its structural integrity and operational efficiency. The dam has a low hazard potential and is rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. Despite its low hazard potential, Owen Rc is identified as having a very high risk due to its location and potential impact in the event of a failure, emphasizing the importance of effective risk management measures.
With a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, Owen Rc is a crucial component of the water infrastructure in the Tulsa District. Its risk assessment highlights the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure the safety and security of the surrounding communities. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Owen Rc presents a fascinating case study in dam management and the intersection of water resource infrastructure with environmental risk assessment.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
120 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COTTONWOOD CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
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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.
Owen Rc
E0610 Road Mannford