Vermillion Ray Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Vermillion Ray is a privately owned earth dam located in Le Flore, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

Completed in 1979, this dam has a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Little Caston Creek, the dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Vermillion Ray is considered to have a very high risk due to its condition assessment being labeled as "Not Rated". The last inspection was conducted in 2002, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The risk assessment designates the dam as a high priority for risk management measures.

Given its critical state and the potential risks involved, there is a pressing need for further evaluation and potential upgrades to ensure the safety and stability of Vermillion Ray. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is imperative to prioritize the maintenance and improvement of infrastructure like Vermillion Ray to adapt to changing environmental conditions and safeguard against potential disasters.

Year Completed

1979

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-LITTLE CASTON CR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

25

Nid Storage

100

Structural Height

25

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

25
       
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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.