Scs-Rush Creek Site-016 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Rush Creek Site-016, located in Purdy, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at 42 feet high and has a hydraulic height of 38 feet. With a storage capacity of 168 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres, the dam serves the Rush Creek tributary effectively in managing floodwaters.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Rush Creek Site-016 has a low hazard potential and is categorized as very high risk (1). Despite not having a current condition assessment, the dam has a valve outlet gate and a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot. While last inspected in 1980, the dam's emergency action plan, risk assessment, and risk management measures are not clearly documented, raising concerns about its readiness in case of an emergency.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the data on SCS-Rush Creek Site-016 serves as a reminder of the vital role dams play in mitigating flood risks and managing water resources. The dam's location in Grady County, Oklahoma, highlights its significance in protecting the surrounding communities from potential flooding events. However, the lack of recent inspections and documentation on emergency preparedness warrant further attention to ensure the dam's safety and effectiveness in the face of climate uncertainties.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
830 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RUSH CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Nid Storage |
168 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
42 |
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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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Clear Creek Lake
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Fuqua Lake
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Scs-Rush Creek Site-016