Palmeter Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jones Ec #1 Rozell #5
Last Updated: January 11, 2026
Palmeter Lake, located in Roger Mills, Oklahoma, is a privately owned earth dam primarily built for flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1978, this dam stands at 25 feet in height with a hydraulic height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is controlled, ensuring efficient management of water flow.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Palmeter Lake is considered to have a very high risk assessment. This highlights the importance of regular inspections and maintenance, with the last inspection conducted in November 2010. The dam's condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated", emphasizing the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety and functionality of this vital water resource.
With its strategic location as a tributary to the Canadian River and its critical role in flood risk reduction, Palmeter Lake serves as a crucial water resource in the region. The dam's operational and regulatory oversight by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) further underscores its significance in maintaining water quality and ensuring public safety. As climate change continues to impact water resources, Palmeter Lake stands as a vital infrastructure for managing water flow and mitigating flood risks in the area.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO CANADIAN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Palmeter Lake