Crow Donald L Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Crow Donald L is a privately owned earth dam located in Grady, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose classified as "Other." Completed in 1983, the dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet.


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Summary

It serves the function of regulating the flow of TR-BILLS CR (stream) and has a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Crow Donald L poses a very high risk due to its location and condition assessment not being rated. The dam has not been inspected since January 2001 and is in need of regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The risk management measures and emergency action plans for the dam are currently not up to date, highlighting the importance of monitoring and maintaining this critical water resource infrastructure.

The dam's association with the OWRB regulatory agency and its state-regulated status indicate a level of oversight, but the lack of recent inspections and updated emergency preparedness plans raise concerns for water resource and climate enthusiasts. It is crucial for stakeholders to prioritize the safety and maintenance of Crow Donald L to prevent potential risks and ensure the sustainable management of this vital water resource in Oklahoma.

Year Completed

1983

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

TR-BILLS CR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

65

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

29
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.