Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-051 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Scs-Barnitz Creek Site-053 Adams
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-051, also known as Barnitz Creek, Site No 51, is a state-regulated dam located in Custer County, Oklahoma.
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Summary
Managed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR W Barnitz Creek. Completed in 1978, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 373 acre-feet and a surface area of 42 acres, making it a crucial infrastructure for water resource management in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-051 is subject to regular state inspections, with a frequency of once every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam features a controlled spillway type with a width of 2 feet, as well as a single valve outlet gate for water release. With a very high risk assessment rating, this dam plays a vital role in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding community from potential water-related disasters. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance and functionality of structures like SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-051 is essential in managing and preserving our water resources effectively.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR W BARNITZ CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
42 |
Hydraulic Height |
6 |
Nid Storage |
373 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
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