Scs-Rush Creek Site-017 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Rush Creek Site-017 is a state-regulated dam located in Purdy, Oklahoma, along Coon Creek.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1961, this earth dam stands at a height of 46 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a normal storage capacity of 272 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 638 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood hazards in the area.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Rush Creek Site-017 is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a very high risk in terms of its potential impact. While the dam's condition assessment remains unrated as of now, it is noteworthy that the last inspection took place in 1980, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site serves as a significant infrastructure contributing to flood risk management in the region.
As a vital piece of the flood risk reduction strategy in Grady County, Oklahoma, SCS-Rush Creek Site-017 underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring such critical infrastructure. With a focus on enhancing public safety and safeguarding against potential hazards, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding communities from the devastating impacts of flooding. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resource management, the effective regulation and operation of dams like SCS-Rush Creek Site-017 are essential in ensuring the resilience of the region's water infrastructure in the face of evolving climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
970 |
Dam Height |
46 |
River Or Stream |
COON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
34 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Nid Storage |
638 |
Structural Height |
46 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
46 |
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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.
Area Campgrounds
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Taylor Lake
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Fuqua Lake
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Clear Creek Lake
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Scs-Rush Creek Site-017