Scs-Rush Creek Site-037 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
SCS-Rush Creek Site-037, located in Garvin County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 32 feet and has a storage capacity of 533 acre-feet, serving the Rush Creek tributary. With a spillway width of 1 foot and a controlled spillway type, this dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Despite its age, SCS-Rush Creek Site-037 remains a critical infrastructure for flood mitigation in the area, with a very high risk assessment rating. The dam has not been inspected since 1980, but is equipped with a valve outlet gate for water release. It is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the condition of this dam and advocate for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in protecting the surrounding communities from potential flooding events. With state jurisdiction and regulatory oversight by the OWRB, the safety and functionality of this dam are vital for the region's water resource management.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1660 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RUSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
533 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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-037