Whitledge No 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Whiteledge No. 2 Reid Dam
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
Whitledge No 1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Carter, Oklahoma, specifically in Beckham County.
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Summary
Constructed in 1965, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Indian Creek. With a height of 18 feet and a storage capacity of 83 acre-feet, Whitledge No 1 plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), Whitledge No 1 has a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate for water release. Despite being rated as low hazard potential, the risk assessment for this dam is classified as very high. Although it has not been inspected since November 2010, the dam is regulated and permitted by the state, ensuring that it meets necessary safety standards. With its strategic location and design, Whitledge No 1 continues to be an essential structure for water resource management in the region.
Overall, Whitledge No 1 stands as a testament to effective flood risk reduction infrastructure in Oklahoma. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam has been serving the community for over five decades. While further inspections and risk management measures may be needed in the future, Whitledge No 1 remains a vital component in safeguarding the local area from potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-INDIAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
83 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Whitledge No 1