Pawnee Indians Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Pawnee Indians dam, located in Pawnee, Oklahoma, is managed by the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs.
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Summary
This low hazard potential dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. While there is no information available on the primary purpose or completion year of the dam, it is clear that the Pawnee Indians dam serves as an important water resource for the local community.
Despite not being state regulated or permitted, the Pawnee Indians dam plays a crucial role in water management within the area. With no associated structures or designated purposes, the dam primarily serves to store water for various uses. The condition assessment of the dam is marked as "Not Available", indicating the need for further evaluation and maintenance to ensure its operational efficiency and safety for the surrounding environment and inhabitants.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Pawnee Indians dam offers a unique glimpse into the historical significance and modern-day management of water infrastructure. As a low hazard potential structure with a relatively small storage capacity, this dam underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring even smaller dams for the sustainable management of water resources in the region. Though details on its operational history and risk management measures are limited, the Pawnee Indians dam presents an intriguing case study for understanding the intersection of Indigenous history, federal oversight, and water resource management.
Dam Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
35 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
|
11cfs |
Arkansas River At Ralston
|
1820cfs |
Cimarron River Near Ripley
|
544cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
535cfs |
Chikaskia River Near Blackwell
|
242cfs |
Hominy Creek Near Hominy
|
2cfs |
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.
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