Scs-Rush Creek Site-032 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hart 1 Richard Hill Gss #1
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
SCS-Rush Creek Site-032, located in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1961 by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Rush Creek river.
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Summary
This dam stands at 40 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 36 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 598 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 105 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and valve outlet gates, this dam has a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating.
Owned by the state of Oklahoma and regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), SCS-Rush Creek Site-032 has not been inspected since 1980, highlighting a need for more frequent assessments to ensure its structural integrity and continued functionality for flood risk reduction. Although its condition is currently not rated, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan preparedness are unknown, raising concerns about its ability to withstand potential emergencies. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site serves as a crucial piece of infrastructure in managing flood risks and protecting communities along Rush Creek in Garvin County, Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1080 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RUSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Nid Storage |
598 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
335cfs |
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
28cfs |
Washita River At Alex
|
239cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
204cfs |
Little Washita River East Of Ninnekah
|
18cfs |
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-032