Wayne Krehbiel Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oknoname 30244 Oknoname 30253
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Wayne Krehbiel is a privately owned irrigation structure located in Caddo County, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Hydro.
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Summary
It is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and is situated on Dead Woman Creek, with a drainage area of 2.69 square miles. The dam has a height of 45 feet and a hydraulic height of 42 feet, with a storage capacity of 332 acre-feet and a surface area of 11.5 acres.
The dam at Wayne Krehbiel was designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and serves the primary purpose of irrigation. It has a spillway type of uncontrolled with a width of 123 feet and a maximum discharge of 1450 cubic feet per second. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the structure has a moderate risk assessment level of 3, indicating the need for ongoing risk management measures. The dam is regularly inspected every 5 years, with a condition assessment of "Not Rated" and no Emergency Action Plan currently in place.
Overall, Wayne Krehbiel is a vital irrigation resource in Oklahoma, providing water for agricultural purposes in the region. Its strategic location on Dead Woman Creek and its storage capacity make it a crucial component of the local water management infrastructure. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like Wayne Krehbiel play a crucial role in ensuring sustainable water supply for the surrounding community.
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
DEAD WOMAN CREEK |
Surface Area |
11.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Drainage Area |
2.69 |
Nid Storage |
332 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
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.
Wayne Krehbiel