12 Gauge Land And Livestock Inc. Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Jefferson, Oklahoma, 12 Gauge Land and Livestock INC.


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Summary

is a privately owned dam regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. Constructed in 1994 by the NRCS, this earth dam on the Red River has a height of 35.5 feet and a storage capacity of 136 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a very high risk due to its location and the potential consequences of failure.

The dam features a controlled spillway design with a width of 1 foot and a maximum discharge capacity of 66.3 cubic feet per second. While it has not been rated for condition assessment, the dam undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in November 2010. With its significant risk level, it is crucial for 12 Gauge Land and Livestock INC. to have emergency action plans in place to mitigate potential hazards and protect downstream communities.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the management and condition of dams like 12 Gauge Land and Livestock INC. is essential for ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources. With a focus on risk assessment and emergency preparedness, ongoing monitoring and maintenance of this dam are vital to prevent potential disasters and protect the surrounding environment and communities.

Year Completed

1994

Dam Height

35.5

River Or Stream

RED RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

1.51

Nid Storage

136

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

36
       
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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.