Codding Cattle Co. Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oknoname 113151 Oknoname 113152
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Codding Cattle Co., located in Fairfax, Oklahoma, is home to a privately-owned earth dam constructed in 1940 along the TR-Middle Bird Creek.
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Summary
This dam, with a height of 30 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 240 acre-feet, serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. The dam features a controlled spillway, one valve outlet gate, and is classified with a low hazard potential.
Despite its age, the Codding Cattle Co. dam has a very high risk assessment rating due to its structural condition being labeled as "Not Rated." With a last inspection date in 2003 and an inspection frequency of every 5 years, there are concerns around the dam's overall condition and readiness for potential emergencies. The surrounding area includes Osage County in Oklahoma, with the dam falling under the jurisdiction of the Tulsa District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Codding Cattle Co. dam represents a critical structure that requires ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and sustainability of the local environment.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MIDDLE BIRD CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
240 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Caney R Nr Elgin
|
33cfs |
Arkansas River At Ralston
|
4230cfs |
Hominy Creek Near Hominy
|
2cfs |
Caney River Above Coon Creek At Bartlesville
|
66cfs |
Bird Creek At Avant
|
7cfs |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
|
12cfs |
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.
Codding Cattle Co.