Wallace Don Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Wallace Don is a private earth dam located in Hughes County, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Canadian River.


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Summary

Built in 1976 by the USDA NRCS, this structure stands at 20 feet high and spans 856 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. The dam serves as a vital part of flood risk reduction efforts in the area, with a controlled spillway and a maximum discharge capacity of 767 cubic feet per second.

Managed by the OWRB and designated as a low hazard potential structure, Wallace Don has undergone regular inspections, with the last one conducted in August 2011. Despite its age, the dam remains in good condition and is not currently rated for its structural integrity. As a key component in managing water resources in the region, Wallace Don plays a crucial role in protecting local communities from potential flooding events. With its state-regulated status and very high risk assessment, this dam continues to be a critical piece of infrastructure for climate and water resource enthusiasts to monitor and support.

Year Completed

1976

Dam Length

856

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

TR-MIDDLE CR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

100

Structural Height

20

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

20
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.