Musgrove No 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Musgrove No 2 Lunt
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Musgrove No 1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Bryan County, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of ROMIA.
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Summary
Built in 1977 by the USDA NRCS, this dam is primarily used for irrigation purposes on the TR-ISLAND BAYOU river. Standing at 17 feet high with a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet, Musgrove No 1 plays a crucial role in managing water resources for agricultural activities in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Musgrove No 1 is considered to have a very high risk due to its age and lack of recent condition assessments. The dam features a controlled spillway and one valve outlet gate for water discharge. The Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) regulates and inspects the dam periodically to ensure its safety and functionality. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts can appreciate the role of Musgrove No 1 in maintaining water security for irrigation in the region while also understanding the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential risks associated with aging infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
479 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ISLAND BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Musgrove No 1