Kennith West Reservoir Report
Nearby: Burns Nelson Oknoname 30129
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Kennith West is a private earth dam located in Blaine, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of debris control.
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Summary
Constructed in 1972 by the USDA NRCS, this dam has a height of 30 feet and a length of 174 feet, providing a storage capacity of 24 acre-feet. The dam also serves additional purposes such as fish and wildlife pond creation and recreation.
Despite being unregulated by the state and having a low hazard potential, Kennith West poses a moderate risk due to its location and design characteristics. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 25 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 145 cubic feet per second. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it remains an essential structure for debris control in the area, contributing to water resource management and ecological preservation efforts in the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Kennith West to be a fascinating example of a privately owned earth dam designed for multiple purposes. Its contribution to debris control, fish and wildlife habitat enhancement, and recreational opportunities highlight the importance of sustainable water management practices. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like Kennith West play a crucial role in enhancing resilience and adaptation strategies for communities in Oklahoma and beyond.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
174 |
Dam Height |
30 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
0.11 |
Nid Storage |
24 |
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.
Kennith West