Joe Vandever Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oknoname 149015 Barton Rackly
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Joe Vandever is a privately owned dam located in Washita, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 1983 by the NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet. Situated on the TRI. TO WASHITA RIVER, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), Joe Vandever is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a very high risk, emphasizing the importance of proper risk management measures. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam undergoes inspection every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
With controlled spillways and a relatively small surface area of 8 acres, Joe Vandever serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region. As an enthusiast in water resources and climate, understanding the significance of dams like Joe Vandever in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks is essential for sustainable water management practices.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TRI. TO WASHITA RIVER |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
91 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
|
16cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
Willow Creek Near Albert
|
2cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Fort Cobb
|
4cfs |
Washita River At Anadarko
|
121cfs |
Washita River Near Clinton
|
32cfs |
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.
Joe Vandever