J L Briscoe Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
J L Briscoe, located in Greer County, Oklahoma, is a private fish and wildlife pond designed by the USDA NRCS in 1980.
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Summary
With a dam height of 22 feet and a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, livestock watering, and supporting small fish populations. The dam is situated on TR-Turkey Creek and is regulated by the state without any associated federal oversight.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, J L Briscoe poses a moderate risk, rated at 3 out of 5, due to its location and potential impacts in case of a dam failure. The spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 10 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 130 cubic feet per second. The dam has not been inspected recently and is currently not rated for its structural condition. While it may not be a high-risk structure, ongoing monitoring and maintenance are essential to ensure the safety and functionality of J L Briscoe for the surrounding environment and community.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
285 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TURKEY CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
81 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
J L Briscoe