Scs-Uncle John Creek Site-07 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-07 in Kingfisher, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 54 feet and spans 2300 feet along the TR-Uncle John Creek. It has a maximum storage capacity of 3485 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 271 acre-feet, serving as a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources in the area.
The dam features a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate for water release. Despite being assessed as in fair condition, it has a high hazard potential with very high risk assessment due to its age and the surrounding environment. The State of Oklahoma, through OWRB, oversees the regulation, inspection, and enforcement of this dam to ensure its safety and functionality. With the potential for significant impact on downstream areas in the event of failure, continuous monitoring and maintenance are essential to mitigate risks and safeguard the community from potential disasters.
As part of the Tulsa District, the SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-07 is an integral part of the water management infrastructure in Canadian County. Its strategic location and design play a crucial role in flood risk reduction efforts in the region. As climate change accelerates and extreme weather events become more frequent, the importance of maintaining and upgrading such water resource structures becomes increasingly vital to ensure the safety and resilience of the local community.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
2300 |
Dam Height |
54 |
River Or Stream |
TR-UNCLE JOHN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
43 |
Hydraulic Height |
54 |
Nid Storage |
3485 |
Structural Height |
54 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
54 |
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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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