Scs-Rush Creek Site-031 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Whitt Dam Scs-Rush Creek Site-029
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
SCS-Rush Creek Site-031 in Paul Valley, 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 1961, this dam stands at a height of 38 feet and has a hydraulic height of 34 feet. It has a storage capacity of 372 acre-feet and a normal storage of 65 acre-feet, serving to mitigate flood risks along the TR-Rush Creek.
This low hazard potential dam with a controlled spillway and one valve outlet gate is managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. While its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," the risk assessment for this structure is very high (1). Despite being last inspected in 1980, this dam meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements, ensuring its continued functionality in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the strategic location and design details of SCS-Rush Creek Site-031, as well as the crucial role it plays in flood risk reduction for Garvin County, Oklahoma. With a focus on safety and effectiveness, this earth dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts of state and federal agencies in safeguarding communities and natural resources against the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RUSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
372 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
335cfs |
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Washita River At Alex
|
239cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
29cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
201cfs |
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-031