Reid Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Whiteledge No. 2 Whitledge No 1
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Reid Dam, located in Carter, Oklahoma, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1960 with a primary purpose other than flood control or water supply.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 450 feet, with a storage capacity of 165 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and is subject to state inspection, permitting, and enforcement.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Reid Dam is considered to have a very high risk due to its location on the TRI to Indian Creek river or stream. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and one outlet valve. It has not been rated for its condition, and the last inspection took place in November 2010. The dam has not had any emergency action plans prepared, and there is no information available on its risk management measures.
Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate in the Beckham County area of Oklahoma may find Reid Dam to be an intriguing case study. With its unique design and risk classification, this privately owned earth dam serves as a point of interest for those studying the intersection of water management, infrastructure, and environmental impact in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TRI TO INDIAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
165 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Reid Dam