Darsey Dam No 2 Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: January 4, 2026
Darsey Dam No 2, located in Harmon, Oklahoma, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a storage capacity of 111 acre-feet. It serves the TR-North McClellan Creek and has a drainage area of 640 acres.
Despite not having a spillway, Darsey Dam No 2 poses a high risk (2) due to its hazard potential being not available and its condition not being rated. The dam lacks critical information such as the last inspection date, condition assessment, and emergency action plan details. With its location in a region prone to extreme weather events, enthusiasts of water resources and climate would find Darsey Dam No 2 to be a fascinating case study in dam management and risk assessment. Its association with the Natural Resources Conservation Service and the challenges it faces in ensuring public safety and water resource management make it an intriguing subject for further exploration.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
285 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH MCCLELLAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
640 |
Nid Storage |
111 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Darsey Dam No 2