Scs-Rush Creek Site-026 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
SCS-Rush Creek Site-026, located in Garvin County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the Rush Creek river.
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Summary
Completed in 1961, this dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a normal storage capacity of 89 acre-feet, providing essential protection to the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a spillway width of 1 foot and a controlled spillway type, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Despite being last inspected in 1980, SCS-Rush Creek Site-026 remains a vital asset in managing flood risks along Rush Creek. The dam's maximum storage capacity of 295 acre-feet and maximum discharge rate of 1450 cubic feet per second demonstrate its effectiveness in handling excess water flow during periods of high rainfall. With a very high risk assessment ranking of 1, this dam serves as a crucial piece of infrastructure in safeguarding the local community of Prudy and its surroundings from potential flood-related disasters. While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unknown, its presence and functionality continue to play a key role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1160 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RUSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
295 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River At Alex
|
243cfs |
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
337cfs |
Little Washita River East Of Ninnekah
|
19cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
31cfs |
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-Rush Creek Site-026