Glimp He Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mercer John A Whitehead Ee
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Creek, Oklahoma, Glimp He is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1965 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
With a height of 15 feet and a length of 400 feet, this dam holds a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2 acres. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
The dam's spillway type is controlled, with a width of 1 foot, and it has one outlet valve for water release. Despite its low hazard potential, Glimp He is classified as having a very high risk due to its age and condition assessment being labeled as "Not Rated." The last inspection was conducted in August 2011, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. While the dam currently meets guidelines for emergency action plans and inundation maps, there are no specific risk management measures in place.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Glimp He presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned dam in Oklahoma with potential risks and uncertainties. As a vital structure for recreation and water management on TR-POLECAT CR, it is essential to monitor and address any safety concerns to ensure the continued functionality and sustainability of this important water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-POLECAT CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cimarron River Near Ripley
|
544cfs |
Arkansas River At Tulsa
|
10300cfs |
Joe Creek At 61st St At Tulsa
|
2cfs |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
|
11cfs |
Flat Rock Creek At Cincinnati Ave At Tulsa
|
2cfs |
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.
Glimp He