Scs-Bear Creek Site-004 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Bear Creek Site-004, located in Custer, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated Earth dam designed by USDA NRCS in 1970 for the primary purpose of Flood Risk Reduction.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 30 feet with a hydraulic height of 28 feet and a structural height of 30 feet, providing a storage capacity of 119 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 3820 feet and boasts a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot, ensuring proper water flow management during periods of high discharge.
Despite its age, SCS-Bear Creek Site-004 maintains a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its current condition. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are currently unspecified, posing a potential area for improvement in terms of preparedness and response strategies. With the TR-Washita River flowing nearby and a normal storage capacity of 58 acre-feet, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for mitigating flood risks in the region and highlights the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate change challenges.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor and assess the state of SCS-Bear Creek Site-004, collaboration with the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and other state agencies is crucial for ensuring the dam's ongoing safety and effectiveness in flood risk reduction efforts. The dam's designation as a state-regulated structure underscores the importance of regulatory oversight and inspection to maintain its integrity and resilience in the face of potential emergencies. The rich history and engineering behind SCS-Bear Creek Site-004 serve as a testament to the vital role of infrastructure in safeguarding communities and natural environments against the impacts of extreme weather events and changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
3820 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WASHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
119 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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-004