Ames Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wheelock Cockerill No.2
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Ames is a privately owned earth dam located in Woodward, Oklahoma, near the city of Orienta.
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Summary
Managed by the USDA NRCS, this structure on TR-SAND CREEK has a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 36 acre-feet. While Ames is not regulated by the state, it falls under the jurisdiction of the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Ames has not been inspected or rated for condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and does not have outlet gates or locks. Despite its lack of recent maintenance or inspection data, the structure remains operational and continues to provide essential water resource management for the local area.
As a key component of the water infrastructure in the region, Ames serves as a vital resource for flood control and water storage. While its risk assessment indicates a moderate level of potential hazards, the dam's functionality and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service ensure its continued contribution to water resource management efforts in Woodward County.
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
36 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Ames