Homesteaders Inc Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bates Russell Scs-Salt Creek Site-08
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Homesteaders INC is a privately owned dam located in Pottawatomie, Oklahoma, along the TR SALT CR river.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this Earth dam stands at a height of 45 feet with a storage capacity of 182 acre-feet, primarily serving recreational purposes. The dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and undergoes regular inspections, with a low hazard potential but a very high risk assessment rating.
Despite its low hazard potential, Homesteaders INC is considered to have a very high risk due to its location and potential consequences of failure. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, with no associated locks or drainage area specified. With a surface area of 13 acres, the dam's condition is currently not rated, and its Emergency Action Plan status and risk management measures are unknown.
While Homesteaders INC may not pose an immediate threat, its high risk rating underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the dam's continued functionality for recreational use. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find this case study an intriguing example of the complexities and considerations involved in managing dams in the face of changing environmental conditions and potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
TR SALT CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
45 |
Nid Storage |
182 |
Structural Height |
45 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
45 |
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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.
Homesteaders Inc