Happy Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Claremore, Oklahoma, Happy is a local government-owned recreational dam on TR-DOG CREEK that was completed in 1940.


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Summary

With a dam height of 35 feet and a length of 320 feet, Happy offers a surface area of 6 acres and a storage capacity of 170 acre-feet. The dam is primarily used for recreation and has a low hazard potential, making it a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.

Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Happy is subject to state regulations for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite being rated as "Not Rated" for condition assessment, the dam has a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and a maximum discharge capacity of 700 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for Happy is classified as "Very High (1)", indicating the need for proactive risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.

With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, Happy is a vital water resource for the community and a valuable asset for water conservation efforts in Rogers County, Oklahoma. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the proper management and maintenance of dams like Happy are essential to safeguarding our natural resources for future generations.

Year Completed

1940

Dam Length

320

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

TR-DOG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

35

Nid Storage

170

Structural Height

35

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

35
       
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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.