Scs-Beaver Creek Site-02b Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
SCS-Beaver Creek Site-02b is a state-regulated dam located in Custer, Oklahoma, designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 47 feet with a hydraulic height of 43 feet and a length of 3920 feet, providing a storage capacity of 230 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Beaver Creek in the Tulsa District and is owned by the state of Oklahoma.
Despite its low hazard potential, SCS-Beaver Creek Site-02b is classified as having a very high risk due to its age and lack of recent inspection data. With a controlled spillway and one valve outlet gate, the dam has not been assessed for condition and lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or updated emergency contact information. As a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region, it is essential that proper risk management measures and regular inspections are implemented to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find SCS-Beaver Creek Site-02b an intriguing case study for its historical significance and potential vulnerabilities. As discussions around infrastructure resilience and climate change adaptation continue, the importance of maintaining and monitoring such dams to mitigate risks and protect communities downstream becomes increasingly evident.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
3920 |
Dam Height |
47 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
43 |
Nid Storage |
230 |
Structural Height |
47 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
47 |
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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.
Scs-Beaver Creek Site-02b