Anderson Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oknoname 087027 Oknoname 087028
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Anderson is a private water resource located in McClain, Oklahoma, primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
The dam has a height of 30 feet and a length of 330 feet, with a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and inspection frequency is set at every 5 years.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Anderson is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. While the dam does not have a spillway or outlet gates, it covers a surface area of 3.7 acres and drains a 0.33 square mile area. The location falls within Congressional District 04, Oklahoma, and is characterized by its remote and rural setting.
Although lacking in some key assessments and emergency preparedness measures, Anderson serves as a vital resource for irrigation in the region. With its modest storage capacity and low hazard potential, the dam provides valuable water management capabilities for agricultural activities in McClain County, Oklahoma.
Dam Length |
330 |
Dam Height |
30 |
Surface Area |
3.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
0.33 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
29cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
212cfs |
Canadian River At Norman
|
215cfs |
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Little River Blw Lk Thunderbird Nr Norman
|
2cfs |
Washita River At Alex
|
236cfs |
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.
Anderson