Temple Gss No.1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Temple Gss No.1 is a privately-owned Earth dam located in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, along the TR-Rush Creek river.
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Summary
Built in 1977 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 370 feet, with a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, it is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and undergoes state inspections and enforcement regularly.
With a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, Temple Gss No.1 serves a primary purpose of 'Other', providing essential water resource management benefits to the surrounding area. Although its condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's risk assessment is classified as 'Very High (1)', indicating the critical importance of managing potential risks associated with its operation. Despite its age, Temple Gss No.1 continues to play a crucial role in water conservation and management efforts within the Tulsa District of Oklahoma.
As a key structure in the region's water infrastructure, Temple Gss No.1 exemplifies the intersection of engineering, environmental, and regulatory factors in ensuring the sustainable use of water resources. With its history of construction by the USDA NRCS and ongoing oversight by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts required to manage water resources effectively in the face of changing climate conditions. Enthusiasts of water resource management and climate resilience will find Temple Gss No.1 to be a fascinating case study in the intricate balance of human intervention and natural processes in sustaining vital water supplies for communities.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
370 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RUSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
327cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
28cfs |
Rock Creek At Sulphur
|
8cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
201cfs |
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Washita River At Alex
|
236cfs |
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.
Temple Gss No.1