Meadows David Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Meadows David is a privately owned structure located in Grady, Oklahoma, specifically on Buckhorn Creek.


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Summary

This earth-type dam, completed in 1983, stands at a height of 27 feet and stretches 500 feet in length. It serves a primary purpose that falls under "Other," with a maximum storage capacity of 76 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is controlled, with a width of 1 foot, and it features one valve for outlet gates.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Meadows David is considered to have a very high risk (rated 1) due to its location and associated factors. The dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement. The last inspection was conducted in December 2010, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. While the condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," the structure's risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols appear to be lacking or outdated, warranting further attention from stakeholders and authorities in the water resource and climate sectors.

Year Completed

1983

Dam Length

500

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

BUCKHORN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

27

Drainage Area

255

Nid Storage

76

Structural Height

27

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

27
       
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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.