Arbuckle Dike 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Arbuckle Dike 2 Arbuckle
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
Arbuckle Dike 1, also known as Lake of The Arbuckles, is a gravity dam located in Dougherty, Oklahoma.
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Summary
Built in 1966 by the Bureau of Reclamation, this Federal-owned structure serves primarily as a water supply source. The dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, containing a storage capacity of 226,450 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 3,127 acres.
Situated on Rock Creek in Murray County, Oklahoma, Arbuckle Dike 1 has a spillway type of controlled with a width of 4 feet and a maximum discharge of 3,410 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, with its last inspection conducted in April 1992. With a risk assessment rating of very high, Arbuckle Dike 1 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and requires continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality for the community.
Overall, Arbuckle Dike 1 stands as a vital structure in the water infrastructure of Oklahoma, providing essential water supply services to the area. With its impressive storage capacity and high hazard potential, this gravity dam serves as a crucial resource for managing water levels and mitigating flood risks. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and assessment of structures like Arbuckle Dike 1 are essential to ensure the safety and sustainability of water supplies in the region.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
231 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
3127 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
131 |
Nid Storage |
226450 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Rock Creek At Sulphur
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8cfs |
Washita River Near Dickson
|
319cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
57cfs |
Blue River Near Connerville
|
49cfs |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
327cfs |
Mud Creek Near Courtney
|
0cfs |
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.
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