Scs-Wildhorse Creek Site-072 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-072 in Garvin, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along Whiskey Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1968, this dam stands at a height of 38 feet and has a storage capacity of 743 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and a maximum discharge capacity of 4085 cubic feet per second, the dam serves a critical purpose in protecting the surrounding area from flooding.
Despite its fair condition assessment, SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-072 poses a high hazard potential due to its location and the volume of water it holds back. With a risk assessment rating of very high, it is crucial for the dam to undergo regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction. While the dam has only one slide gate as an outlet, its solid stone core and soil foundation provide a strong structural base for withstanding hydraulic pressures.
Owned by the state of Oklahoma and managed by the OWRB, SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-072 is a vital piece of infrastructure in the region, safeguarding the community of Davis and the surrounding area from the devastating impacts of flooding. As climate change continues to intensify extreme weather events, the importance of well-maintained water resource infrastructure like this dam cannot be understated in protecting lives and property from the growing threats of floods and water scarcity.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
2680 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
WHISKEY CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Nid Storage |
743 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Rock Creek At Sulphur
|
8cfs |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
324cfs |
Washita River Near Dickson
|
317cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
47cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
29cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
212cfs |
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.
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