Scs-Soldier Creek Site-002 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Soldier Creek Site-002 is a state-owned earth dam located in Custer, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Stafford.
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Summary
This flood risk reduction structure was completed in 1962 by the USDA NRCS and stands at a height of 58 feet, with a hydraulic height of 35 feet. The dam spans 1150 feet in length and has a normal storage capacity of 58 acre-feet. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Oak Creek river or stream.
Managed by the OWRB, the dam at SCS-Soldier Creek Site-002 has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its current condition. Although last inspected in 1980, it is noted to have an inspection frequency of 5 years. The spillway, with a controlled design, has a width of 1 foot and features a single valve outlet gate. The risk assessment for this site indicates a very high risk level, with a DSAC assigned date and a congressional representative, Frank D. Lucas (R), overseeing the area.
Overall, SCS-Soldier Creek Site-002 remains a critical infrastructure for flood risk management in Oklahoma. With a history dating back to the early 1960s, this earth dam continues to provide essential protection to the surrounding community, despite some outstanding maintenance and risk assessment needs. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this site to be a fascinating example of human-engineered solutions to natural challenges, highlighting the ongoing importance of effective dam management and upkeep.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
1150 |
Dam Height |
58 |
River Or Stream |
TR-OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
198 |
Structural Height |
58 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
58 |
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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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