Summary
Standing at 25 feet in height, the dam has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a surface area of 2 acres. Although it has a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for Highfill INC is rated as very high, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and management measures.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Highfill INC is state-regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with safety standards. With a controlled spillway, one valve outlet gate, and a hydraulic height of 25 feet, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region. While its condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam undergoes inspections every 5 years to assess its operational readiness and potential risks.
Highfill INC, situated within the Tulsa District, is under the oversight of the state regulatory agency and falls under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma government. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, the dam's very high risk rating underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring its structural integrity to safeguard against potential emergencies or disasters. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Highfill INC serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the Woodward area, highlighting the intersection of water management, engineering, and environmental stewardship.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SLICKER CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
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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.
Highfill Inc