Scs-Rush Creek Site-039c Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oknoname 04922 Shamley Gss No.1
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Located in Garvin County, Oklahoma, the SCS-Rush Creek Site-039c is a state-owned dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Rush Creek river.
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Summary
Completed in 1961, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and spans 800 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 176 acre-feet. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water management.
With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, the SCS-Rush Creek Site-039c is under the regulatory oversight of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB). While the dam's condition remains unrated, it undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Although it has not been modified in recent years, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the Paul Valley region, protecting the local community and surrounding areas from potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RUSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
176 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
327cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
28cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
201cfs |
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Rock Creek At Sulphur
|
8cfs |
Washita River At Alex
|
236cfs |
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-Rush Creek Site-039c