Scs-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-K1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Located in Wynnewood, Oklahoma, the SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-K1 is a state-owned dam designed by the USDA NRCS to primarily reduce flood risks along the TR-Kickapoo Sandy Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 41 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 1847 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and a hazard potential rated as High, this structure plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential inundation during extreme weather events.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, the SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-K1 is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and operational readiness. Despite being assessed as in fair condition, the dam is classified as having a very high risk level, necessitating continuous risk management measures to prevent any potential breaches or failures. With a single valve outlet gate and a surface area of 60 acres, this dam is a vital component of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in Garvin County.
As a vital component of the flood risk reduction strategy in the area, the SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-K1 serves as a critical barrier against potential inundation and water-related hazards along the TR-Kickapoo Sandy Creek. With a long history of protecting the community, this dam requires regular inspections, maintenance, and emergency preparedness to mitigate its high hazard potential and ensure the safety of the surrounding residents and infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
41 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KICKAPOO SANDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
60 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Nid Storage |
1847 |
Structural Height |
41 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
41 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
327cfs |
Rock Creek At Sulphur
|
8cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
28cfs |
Washita River Near Dickson
|
319cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
193cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
57cfs |
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-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-K1