Bowers John W Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oknoname 047007 Helloms
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Bowers John W is a private dam located in Drummond, Oklahoma, along the Clear Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans 350 feet in length. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a storage capacity of 280 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2350 cubic feet per second. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
Although the condition of Bowers John W has not been formally assessed, its risk assessment is classified as very high. The dam features a controlled spillway and one outlet gate for water release. While the emergency action plan status and inundation maps are not available, the dam is equipped with a valve for operational control. The surrounding area of Garfield County benefits from the flood protection provided by this structure.
With a state jurisdiction in place, Bowers John W contributes to the overall flood risk reduction efforts in Oklahoma. The dam is located within the Tulsa District and is under the oversight of the state regulatory agency. Despite its age, the dam remains a critical infrastructure for managing water resources and ensuring the safety of the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
CLEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
280 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skeleton Creek At Enid
|
7cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
26cfs |
Cimarron River Near Dover
|
312cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
485cfs |
Chikaskia River Near Blackwell
|
226cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River Nr Alva
|
91cfs |
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.
Bowers John W