Scs-Bear Creek Site-005 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Cloud Chief, Oklahoma, the SCS-Bear Creek Site-005 is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1970 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Washita River.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 48 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 706 acre-feet and a surface area of 24 acres. With a controlled spillway and one outlet valve, the dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), this dam is inspected every 5 years with the last recorded inspection dating back to 1980. Despite its very high risk assessment rating, the dam has not been assigned a DSAC or undergone a risk management assessment. The surrounding area, including Custer County, Oklahoma, is at risk of inundation, making it crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and advocate for the proper maintenance and management of the SCS-Bear Creek Site-005 to ensure the safety of the community and environment.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
3890 |
Dam Height |
48 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WASHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Nid Storage |
706 |
Structural Height |
48 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
48 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River Near Clinton
|
31cfs |
Washita River Near Foss
|
6cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
|
16cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
Washita River Near Hammon
|
8cfs |
Willow Creek Near Albert
|
2cfs |
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-Bear Creek Site-005