Frances Kerr Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Frances Kerr is a privately owned earth dam located in Guthrie, Oklahoma, along the TR-DEER CR river stream.


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Summary

Completed in 1965, this dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 20 acre-feet, Frances Kerr serves a primary purpose other than flood control, and is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Frances Kerr is considered to be at a very high risk due to its location and design. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. The last inspection was conducted in July 2005, with an inspection frequency of once every five years. Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is subject to state regulation and inspection.

Frances Kerr is an integral part of the water resource infrastructure in Oklahoma, providing vital flood control and water storage capabilities. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow along the TR-DEER CR stream. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and monitoring of structures like Frances Kerr are essential for ensuring water security and mitigating potential risks associated with extreme weather events.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

540

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

TR-DEER CR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

17

Nid Storage

78

Structural Height

17

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

17
       
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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.
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