Scs-Beaver Creek Site-07 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Scs-Beaver Creek Site-09a Ternes
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
SCS-Beaver Creek Site-07 in Arapaho, Oklahoma, is a state-owned flood risk reduction structure managed by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
Built in 1967, this earth dam stands at 44 feet high and spans 1150 feet along TR-Beaver Creek. With a storage capacity of 594 acre-feet, the dam serves its primary purpose of flood risk reduction effectively, with a spillway type classified as Controlled.
This high-hazard potential structure has a fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in October 2011, with a very high risk assessment rating. The dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are currently unknown. The presence of one valve outlet gate, along with its location in Custer County, Oklahoma, highlights the critical role SCS-Beaver Creek Site-07 plays in protecting the surrounding area from potential flood events.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of flood control infrastructure will find SCS-Beaver Creek Site-07 a compelling site to study. With its history of construction, maintenance challenges, and high-risk potential, this state-regulated dam showcases the importance of proper inspection, assessment, and emergency preparedness in safeguarding communities against natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1150 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Nid Storage |
594 |
Structural Height |
44 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
44 |
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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-07