Scs-Bitter Creek Site-07 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 30, 2025
SCS-Bitter Creek Site-07, located in Grady County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1974 for flood risk reduction along the TR-W.
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Summary
Bitter Creek. With a height of 34 feet and a hydraulic height of 32 feet, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for managing water flow in the region. The dam has a storage capacity of 334 acre-feet and a normal storage of 106 acre-feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 720 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Bitter Creek Site-07 indicates a very high risk level (1). The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and the last inspection took place in 1980. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release. The site is under the jurisdiction of the OWRB in Oklahoma and is part of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in the area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find SCS-Bitter Creek Site-07 an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure management. The dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks along TR-W. Bitter Creek while also highlighting the challenges of ensuring the safety and maintenance of aging infrastructure. The data provided offers valuable insights into the design, construction, and operational aspects of the dam, as well as the regulatory framework governing its management.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-W. BITTER CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
334 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
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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-Bitter Creek Site-07