Scs-Winter Creek Site-06 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 29, 2025
SCS-Winter Creek Site-06, located in Grady County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and has a hydraulic height of 35 feet. With a storage capacity of 844 acre-feet, the dam serves to protect the surrounding area from the East Winter Creek's potential flooding.
Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure, SCS-Winter Creek Site-06 has a very high risk assessment rating, indicating the importance of its maintenance and monitoring. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate to manage water flow. However, the last inspection conducted was in 1980, raising concerns about the current condition and readiness of the dam in case of an emergency. It is crucial for stakeholders to prioritize regular inspections and risk management measures to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this flood control structure in Alex, Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
EAST WINTER CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
844 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Washita River At Alex
|
234cfs |
Little Washita River East Of Ninnekah
|
18cfs |
Canadian River At Norman
|
193cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
29cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
193cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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-Winter Creek Site-06