Scs-Roaring Creek Site-S3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Located in Grady, Oklahoma, the SCS-Roaring Creek Site-S3 dam is a crucial flood risk reduction structure managed by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
Built in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and spans 975 feet along Soldier Creek. With a storage capacity of 533 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 73 acre-feet, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Despite its fair condition assessment, the SCS-Roaring Creek Site-S3 dam is deemed to have a significant hazard potential, indicating the need for regular inspections and maintenance. The presence of a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate further enhances the dam's ability to manage excess water flow during heavy rainfall. With a very high risk rating and state-regulated oversight, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for flood control in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the technical details and risk factors associated with dams like SCS-Roaring Creek Site-S3 is essential in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of flood mitigation efforts. With its strategic location along Soldier Creek and its capacity to store water during peak discharge events, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
975 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
SOLDIER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
533 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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-S3