Arthur White Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Arthur White is a privately-owned earth dam located on the Fire Canyon in Blaine, Oklahoma.
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Summary
Built in 1969 by USDA NRCS, this recreational structure stands at 45 feet high and spans 425 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 260 acre-feet. The dam's spillway is controlled, with a width of 1 foot and an outlet gate equipped with a valve. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam poses a very high risk due to its condition being unrated and the lack of emergency preparedness measures in place.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Arthur White is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with standards. The dam is situated within the Tulsa District and is overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. While the structure has not been modified in recent years, its risk assessment highlights the need for improved risk management measures and emergency action planning to address potential safety concerns. With its scenic surroundings and recreational purpose, Arthur White serves as both a valuable water resource and a potential area for enhancement in terms of safety and risk mitigation.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
425 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
FIRE CANYON |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
45 |
Drainage Area |
0.72 |
Nid Storage |
260 |
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.
Arthur White