Kirkpatrick Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Relay Creek Dam Chris Didier Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kirkpatrick Dam, located in Watonga, Oklahoma, is a privately owned structure designed by Cecil R.
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Summary
Bearden. The dam, situated on Relay Creek, serves as a fish and wildlife pond with a primary purpose of promoting conservation efforts. With a height of 50 feet and a length of 235 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 197 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres.
Despite being classified as a low-hazard potential structure, Kirkpatrick Dam has a very high risk assessment rating of 1, indicating the need for careful monitoring and management. The dam's controlled spillway, with a width of 2 feet, helps regulate water flow and prevent overflow during heavy rainfall events. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Owned by a private entity and regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Kirkpatrick Dam plays a vital role in supporting wildlife and habitat conservation efforts in the area. Its strategic location in Blaine County makes it a key site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to observe and appreciate the intersection of human infrastructure and environmental stewardship.
Dam Length |
235 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
RELAY CREEK |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
50 |
Drainage Area |
0.48 |
Nid Storage |
197 |
Structural Height |
65 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
65 |
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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.
Kirkpatrick Dam