Carel #1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 9, 2025

Carel #1 is a privately owned water supply dam located in Canadian, Oklahoma.


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Summary

Designed by FOX ENGINEERING, this dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam, with a height of 24 feet and a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet, serves the primary purpose of water supply for the surrounding area.

Situated on a tributary to Foreman Creek, Carel #1 has a surface area of 7.8 acres and a drainage area of 0.63 square miles. The spillway of the dam is uncontrolled with a width of 2 feet, and the hazard potential is classified as high with an unsatisfactory condition assessment. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with a DSAC (Dam Safety Action Classification) assigned date not available.

With its critical role in water supply management and potential risks associated with its condition, Carel #1 serves as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Monitoring and addressing the safety and maintenance of this dam are essential to ensure the continued availability of water resources in the region while mitigating potential hazards.

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO FOREMAN CREEK

Surface Area

7.8

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

0.63

Nid Storage

120

Structural Height

34

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

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Nid Height

34
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.