Scs-Roaring Creek Site-S2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: January 2, 2026
The SCS-Roaring Creek Site-S2 in Grady County, Oklahoma is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1966 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction on TR-Soldier Creek.
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Summary
This dam stands at a height of 35 feet with a length of 900 feet, providing a storage capacity of 297 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 650 cubic feet per second. The dam features a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite being in fair condition as assessed in 2011, the SCS-Roaring Creek Site-S2 poses a significant hazard potential due to its location and design. With a very high risk rating of 1, the dam requires a rigorous inspection frequency of 3 times per year to ensure its continued safety and functionality. In the event of an emergency, the dam does not have an updated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or inundation maps prepared, highlighting the need for proactive risk management measures to mitigate potential disasters.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the SCS-Roaring Creek Site-S2 serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the area. By understanding the dam's design, condition, and risk assessment, stakeholders can work towards implementing necessary measures to enhance its resilience and ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOLDIER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
297 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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-Roaring Creek Site-S2