Scs-Beaver Creek Site-08 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Scs-Beaver Creek Site-09a Hayes
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
SCS-Beaver Creek Site-08, located in Custer County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1964, this dam stands at a height of 39 feet and has a hydraulic height of 35 feet, providing essential protection to the surrounding area along the TR-Beaver Creek. With a storage capacity of 528 acre-feet and a normal storage of 197 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of flooding in the region.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Beaver Creek Site-08 indicates a very high risk level. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water discharge. While the condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated" and the last inspection took place in 1980, the dam is under state jurisdiction and is subject to regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement by the OWRB to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness in flood risk reduction.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Beaver Creek Site-08 serves as an important example of infrastructure designed to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events and protect communities from the dangers of flooding. With its strategic location, design features, and state regulation, this earth dam stands as a vital piece of the water management system in Custer County, Oklahoma, highlighting the ongoing efforts to safeguard against natural disasters and promote sustainable water resource management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
890 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
528 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
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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-08