Oknoname 30054 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Steffen Pond Great Salt Plains Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Oknoname 30054 is a privately owned earth dam located in Alfalfa County, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Cherokee.
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Summary
Constructed in 2001 by USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond with a primary purpose of supporting aquatic life in the area. Standing at a height of 27.5 feet, with a hydraulic height of 20.5 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 9.96 acres and draining a watershed area of 1049 acres.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Oknoname 30054 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with environmental standards. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is labeled as very high, indicating the need for stringent risk management measures. With a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate, the dam remains a crucial structure in the region, contributing to the preservation and enhancement of the local ecosystem.
Situated along the Salt Fork Arkansas River, Oknoname 30054 plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area. As a significant contributor to the conservation of wildlife and aquatic habitats, this dam underscores the importance of sustainable infrastructure development and regulatory oversight in safeguarding valuable water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
27.5 |
River Or Stream |
SALT FORK ARKANSAS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.96 |
Hydraulic Height |
20.5 |
Drainage Area |
1049 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Medicine Lodge R Nr Kiowa
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110cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River Nr Alva
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94cfs |
Chikaskia R Nr Corbin
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145cfs |
Skeleton Creek At Enid
|
9cfs |
Cimarron River Near Waynoka
|
103cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
502cfs |
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.
Oknoname 30054