Berry Virginia Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oknoname 30145 Oknoname 149040
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Berry Virginia is a private dam located in Mountain View, Oklahoma, along Friendship Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1965, this Earth type dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a capacity for storing 157 acre-feet of water. The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
With a low hazard potential and a risk assessment rating of "Very High (1)", Berry Virginia is a critical water resource infrastructure. It has a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, but it has a history of regular inspections every 5 years. Despite its relatively small surface area of 9 acres, the dam plays a significant role in water management and flood control in the Washita County area.
Overall, Berry Virginia is a crucial piece of infrastructure for the local community, providing water storage and flood protection along Friendship Creek. With state regulation and regular inspections in place, the dam ensures the safety and security of residents in the area. As a privately owned structure, it highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring water resources to mitigate risks and ensure sustainable management for the future.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
610 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
FRIENDSHIP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
157 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
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16cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
Willow Creek Near Albert
|
2cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Fort Cobb
|
4cfs |
Washita River Near Clinton
|
32cfs |
Canadian River At Bridgeport
|
126cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Berry Virginia