Gavilon Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Emmerich Pit Swain J.L.
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
Gavilon Dam, located in Kingfisher, Oklahoma, was designed by Gose & Associates and is privately owned.
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Summary
This dam, situated on Wildhorse Creek, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a height of 10 feet and a hydraulic height of 12 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 70.5 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 40.6 acre-feet.
Despite its low hazard potential, Gavilon Dam is considered to have a very high risk level, with a risk assessment ranking of 1. While the condition of the dam has not been rated, it is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. The dam features a controlled spillway and has a maximum discharge capacity of 116 cubic feet per second, ensuring efficient water management during flood events.
Overall, Gavilon Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area and is closely monitored to ensure its structural integrity and operational effectiveness. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find this dam to be an important component of the local water management infrastructure in Oklahoma.
Dam Length |
120 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
WIDLHORSE CREEK |
Surface Area |
4.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
70.5 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
28cfs |
Cimarron River Near Dover
|
296cfs |
Cottonwood Creek Near Seward
|
62cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
425cfs |
North Canadian River Near Yukon
|
170cfs |
North Canadian River Near El Reno
|
118cfs |
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.
Gavilon Dam