Scs-Caney Creek Site-06 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
SCS-Caney Creek Site-06, located in Atoka, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1965 for flood risk reduction along the TR-Caney Creek.
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Summary
With a height of 32 feet and a hydraulic height of 28 feet, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and has a storage capacity of 279 acre-feet. The dam has a controlled spillway type with a width of 1 foot and features a valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite its low hazard potential, SCS-Caney Creek Site-06 has a very high risk assessment rating of 1, indicating the need for continued monitoring and potential risk management measures. The condition of the dam has not been rated, and the last inspection was conducted in 1980. The dam is not owned by any federal agency, but it is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB). The site is under state jurisdiction and is located in the city of Caney within Atoka County.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find SCS-Caney Creek Site-06 an intriguing example of a state-regulated earth dam designed for flood risk reduction in Oklahoma. The dam's historical significance, engineering features, and risk assessment provide valuable insights into water management practices in the region. As a key structure along the TR-Caney Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management and infrastructure development in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CANEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
279 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Clear Boggy Creek Near Caney
|
423cfs |
Blue River Near Blue
|
58cfs |
Muddy Boggy Creek Near Farris
|
11cfs |
Blue River Near Connerville
|
54cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
7cfs |
Red River At Denison Dam Nr Denison
|
238cfs |
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.
Scs-Caney Creek Site-06