Victor Oswald Gss #1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
Victor Oswald Gss #1 is a privately owned water resource structure located in Gotebo, Oklahoma, along the Rainy Mountain Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1998 by the USDA NRCS, this stone dam stands at a height of 16.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 168.22 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
Despite its small surface area of 40.51 acres, Victor Oswald Gss #1 serves an important purpose in managing water flow and storage in the region. The dam has a controlled spillway and a maximum discharge capacity of 2835 cubic feet per second, ensuring proper water management during periods of high flow. While the condition assessment of the dam is currently rated as "Not Rated", its emergency action plan and risk management measures are critical in ensuring the safety of nearby residents and properties in case of any unforeseen events.
Overall, Victor Oswald Gss #1 plays a crucial role in water resource management in Kiowa County, Oklahoma. As a part of the state's regulated infrastructure, this dam serves as a key component in mitigating flood risks and ensuring sustainable water management practices in the region. Its design, construction, and ongoing maintenance are all overseen by the appropriate state agencies, highlighting the importance of responsible water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water demands.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
561 |
Dam Height |
16.5 |
River Or Stream |
RAINY MOUNTAIN CREEK |
Surface Area |
40.51 |
Drainage Area |
3059 |
Nid Storage |
168.22 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Victor Oswald Gss #1