Summary
It stands at a height of 35 feet and has a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Main Creek and is managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. While it has a low hazard potential, its risk assessment is moderate, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and management.
Despite being unregulated by the state and not requiring permitting or inspections, Derr plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. Its primary purpose and specific uses are not defined, but its presence contributes to flood control and water storage in the area. With a spillway type of uncontrolled and a moderate risk assessment, stakeholders must remain vigilant in ensuring the safety and functionality of this key water infrastructure.
As a part of the Tulsa District, Derr operates independently from the USACE and is not subject to federal funding or oversight. While it has not been assessed for condition or emergency preparedness, its location and design suggest a strategic importance in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water availability in Woodward County. Water resource and climate enthusiasts would find Derr to be an intriguing case study in private dam management and its role in sustaining local ecosystems and communities.
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
MAIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
35 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
Derr