Fowler Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dennis Hall Mcgee No 1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Fowler, located in Bryan, Oklahoma, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes on the TR-Blue River.
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Summary
Completed in 1970, this structure stands 30 feet tall and has a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet, with a maximum discharge rate of 1488 cubic feet per second. The dam spans 420 feet in length and covers an area of 8 acres, serving the community of BRAY-MAXWELL SCHOOL.
Despite its low hazard potential and very high risk assessment rating, Fowler has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and undergoes regular inspection, with the last inspection conducted in October 2009. The spillway of Fowler is of the controlled type with a width of 1 foot, and it features a single valve outlet gate for water release.
While Fowler has not been modified in recent years and lacks an emergency action plan, it remains a crucial water resource for irrigation in the region. As climate change continues to impact water availability and usage patterns, structures like Fowler play a vital role in ensuring sustainable water management practices. The risk management measures and guidelines for Fowler are yet to be fully outlined, making it important for stakeholders and regulators to prioritize the safety and maintenance of this essential infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLUE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
115 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Fowler