Tumbleweed Primary Lagoon Reservoir Report
Nearby: Scs-Paint Creek Site-1 Doersch
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Tumbleweed Primary Lagoon is a privately owned water resource facility located in Laverne, Oklahoma.
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Summary
Managed by Terracon Consultants Inc., this lagoon serves as a tailings storage site, with a capacity of 243.46 acre-feet and a surface area of 12.68 acres. Completed in 2015, the lagoon stands at a structural height of 25 feet and has a low hazard potential rating.
Situated on an unnamed tributary of Clear Creek, Tumbleweed Primary Lagoon plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Ellis County, Oklahoma. Despite its high-risk assessment, the facility has not been rated for condition assessment and lacks an emergency action plan. The lagoon's primary purpose is to contain tailings, highlighting the importance of effective regulatory oversight and maintenance practices to ensure the safety and sustainability of this critical water infrastructure.
With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, Tumbleweed Primary Lagoon represents a key asset in the region's water management infrastructure. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is imperative for stakeholders to prioritize risk management measures and enhance regulatory compliance to safeguard the long-term viability of this essential facility.
Year Completed |
2015 |
Dam Length |
3088 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY OF CLEAR CREEK |
Surface Area |
12.68 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
243.46 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf Ck At Lipscomb
|
1cfs |
Crooked C Nr Englewood
|
7cfs |
North Canadian River At Woodward
|
68cfs |
Beaver River At Beaver
|
0cfs |
Cimarron River Near Buffalo
|
75cfs |
Cimarron R Near Buttermilk
|
44cfs |
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.
Tumbleweed Primary Lagoon