Buggy 2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Buggy 2 is a privately owned earth dam located in Canadian, Oklahoma, with a height of 27 feet and a length of 363 feet.
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Summary
Constructed in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves a primary purpose that is unspecified, but it provides a normal storage capacity of 89 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9 acres. The dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment of 3.
Despite being a privately owned structure, Buggy 2 falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Oklahoma and is not regulated, permitted, inspected, or enforced by any state agency. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 48 feet and has no associated locks or gates. While the condition of Buggy 2 is currently not rated, it is important to note that the emergency action plan (EAP) status, risk management measures, and inundation maps for this dam are either not specified or not up to current guidelines. Overall, Buggy 2 presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and assessment of small-scale dams in the United States.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
363 |
Dam Height |
27 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
89 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Canadian River At Bridgeport
|
126cfs |
North Canadian River Near El Reno
|
39cfs |
North Canadian River Near Calumet
|
46cfs |
Washita River At Anadarko
|
121cfs |
Willow Creek Near Albert
|
2cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
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.
Buggy 2