Scs-Timber Creek Site-5 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
SCS-Timber Creek Site-5 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Beckham County, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Doxey.
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Summary
Built in 1962 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 38 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along East Timber Creek. With a storage capacity of 627 acre-feet and a normal storage of 115 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in mitigating the impact of potential flooding events in the area.
The dam features a controlled spillway type with a width of 1 foot and is equipped with a single valve outlet gate. Despite being categorized as having a significant hazard potential, it has been assessed to be in fair condition. The risk assessment for SCS-Timber Creek Site-5 indicates a very high risk level, underscoring the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts. With the potential for a maximum discharge of 5111 cubic feet per second, this dam remains a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region.
As a vital component of the state's flood risk reduction strategy, SCS-Timber Creek Site-5 is subject to regular inspections, with the last one conducted in July 2011. With the involvement of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board as the state regulatory agency, enforcement measures are in place to ensure the dam's safety and integrity. In light of its location in a high-risk area and the potential consequences of failure, continued attention to risk management and emergency preparedness is crucial to safeguarding the surrounding communities and water resources.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
990 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
EAST TIMBER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
627 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
38 |
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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.
Scs-Timber Creek Site-5