Scs-Soldier Creek Site-006 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Soldier Creek Site-006 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Stafford, Oklahoma, within Custer County.
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Summary
Built in 1962 by the USDA NRCS, this structure stands at a height of 28 feet and spans 1780 feet in length, serving primarily for flood risk reduction along the TR-Oak Creek. With a maximum storage capacity of 192 acre-feet and a normal storage of 38 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in controlling water flow and protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding events.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Soldier Creek Site-006 indicates a very high risk level, signaling the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, but its condition assessment remains unrated due to the lack of recent inspections. While the last recorded inspection date dates back to 1980, ongoing state enforcement, permitting, and inspection processes ensure that the dam continues to meet safety standards and regulations, ultimately safeguarding the community and environment from potential risks.
The site's association with the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlights its commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable water resource management. With the potential for future modifications or risk management measures, SCS-Soldier Creek Site-006 stands as a crucial infrastructure for flood control in the region, overseen by state regulatory agencies and designed to protect the local population and ecosystem from the impacts of extreme weather events and flooding.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
1780 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
192 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
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