Rozell #5 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: January 11, 2026
Located in Dewey County, Oklahoma, Rozell #5 is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1977 by the USDA NRCS for purposes other than irrigation or flood control.
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Summary
The structure, situated on Red Creek in the city of Leedey, stands at 33 feet in height with a length of 192 feet, providing a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, inspection frequency, or emergency action plan preparedness.
With a spillway width of 30 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, Rozell #5 presents a unique engineering feat that has not undergone modifications since its completion over four decades ago. The dam's primary purpose and design reflect the collaboration between the Natural Resources Conservation Service and the state of Oklahoma, with no federal agency involvement in funding, regulating, or inspecting the structure. As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, understanding the condition and risk level of dams like Rozell #5 is crucial for ensuring their long-term safety and functionality in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
192 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
RED CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
0.59 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
33 |
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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.
Rozell #5