Deskins Am Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hall Ce Oknoname 051011
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Deskins Am, located in Tabler, Oklahoma, is a privately owned dam with a primary purpose classified as "Other." The dam, completed in 1960, stands at a height of 32 feet and has a storage capacity of 130 acre-feet.
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Summary
Its spillway type is controlled, with a width of 1 foot, and it is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. The dam's hazard potential is rated as low, but its risk assessment is very high, indicating the need for careful monitoring and management.
Situated on the TR-East Bitter Creek, Deskins Am plays a crucial role in water resource management in Grady County. The dam's structure consists of earth and stone core types, with a soil foundation. It has a surface area of 2 acres and a maximum discharge capacity of 80 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as low hazard, the dam's risk assessment ranks it as very high, underscoring the importance of effective risk management measures to mitigate potential threats to the surrounding area.
Deskins Am is subject to regular inspections, with the last recorded inspection dating back to February 2001. The dam is equipped with a valve outlet gate and has not undergone significant modifications in recent years. While its condition assessment is not rated, the dam's risk profile highlights the need for continued vigilance and preparedness. As climate change impacts water resources and infrastructure, maintaining the safety and functionality of dams like Deskins Am becomes increasingly vital for sustainable water management in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
275 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST BITTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
130 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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.
Deskins Am