Overholt Darrel W Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Overholt Darrel W is a privately owned dam located in Payne, Oklahoma that was completed in 1978 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Booner Creek.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 7 feet, providing a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in December 2003.

The Overholt Darrel W dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, ensuring efficient water flow management during periods of high discharge. While the dam is currently assessed as "Not Rated" in terms of condition, its risk assessment is classified as "Very High (1)", indicating the need for vigilant risk management measures. The dam is situated within the jurisdiction of the state of Oklahoma and falls under the oversight of the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Enthusiasts of water resource and climate issues will find Overholt Darrel W to be a topic of interest due to its role in flood risk reduction and its location in a region susceptible to extreme weather events. The dam's presence on Booner Creek serves as a protective barrier against potential flooding, highlighting the importance of effective water infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of changing climate patterns. As a privately owned structure subject to state regulation and inspection, the Overholt Darrel W dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts needed to safeguard communities and natural resources from the threats posed by unpredictable weather conditions.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

BOONER CR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Hydraulic Height

7

Nid Storage

90

Structural Height

15

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

15
       
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Dam Data Reference

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.