Omega Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Montie Stewart Oknoname 30146
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Omega Lake is a private reservoir located in Kingfisher, Oklahoma, primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, this state-regulated water source has a storage capacity of 275 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 15.1 acres. The dam, standing at a height of 30 feet, controls the flow of an unnamed tributary to Otter Creek and features a spillway with a width of 6 feet.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Omega Lake is considered to have a very high risk due to its critical importance for irrigation in the region. With a drainage area of 0.14 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 88 cubic feet per second, the reservoir plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. While the condition assessment of the dam is currently not rated, regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure its safety and integrity.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Omega Lake presents an intriguing case study in the intersection of water management, infrastructure, and environmental risk assessment. As a key component of the local irrigation system, the reservoir's significance goes beyond its physical dimensions, highlighting the complexities involved in balancing water supply needs with safety considerations in a changing climate. Its location in a region prone to droughts and water scarcity underscores the importance of sustainable water resource practices and the necessity of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the resilience of critical water infrastructure.
Dam Length |
2025 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIB TO OTTER CREEK |
Surface Area |
15.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
275 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Omega Lake