Scs-Round Creek Site-3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
SCS-Round Creek Site-3, located in Garvin, 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 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and spans a length of 1300 feet, providing storage for 1330 acre-feet of water from the TR-ROUNDS CREEK stream. With a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential, the dam is equipped with a single valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite its age, SCS-Round Creek Site-3 has not been rated for condition assessment since its last inspection in 1980. However, the risk assessment for this dam indicates a very high risk level, emphasizing the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction. As a vital piece of infrastructure in the region, it is essential for the State of Oklahoma to uphold its commitments to permitting, inspecting, and enforcing regulations to protect the surrounding community and water resources.
With the potential for increased extreme weather events due to climate change, the significance of structures like SCS-Round Creek Site-3 in mitigating flood risks cannot be understated. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to advocate for sustainable management practices and investments in infrastructure to safeguard our communities and environment for future generations.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ROUNDS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
40 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
1330 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River At Alex
|
243cfs |
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Little Washita River East Of Ninnekah
|
20cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
31cfs |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
327cfs |
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.
Scs-Round Creek Site-3