Scs-Sugar Creek Site-026 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-026, located in Gracemont, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam built in 1972 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on Wildcat Creek.
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Summary
With a height of 31 feet and a length of 1600 feet, this dam provides a maximum storage capacity of 1073 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 238 acre-feet. The dam has a controlled spillway with a width of 2 feet and one valve outlet gate.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, SCS-Sugar Creek Site-026 is identified as having a very high risk assessment. The dam has not been inspected since 1980, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," and there is no emergency action plan in place. The risk management measures and inundation maps for the dam are also not prepared, indicating potential gaps in emergency preparedness for this structure.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in SCS-Sugar Creek Site-026 will find it to be an intriguing case study for examining the importance of regular dam inspections, emergency action planning, and risk management in ensuring the safety and resilience of critical water infrastructure. The dam's location in an area with very high risk underscores the need for proactive measures to address potential hazards and protect downstream communities from the impacts of dam failure. This site serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges in managing and maintaining aging dam infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions and increasing water-related risks.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
1600 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
WILDCAT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
47 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
1073 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Willow Creek Near Albert
|
2cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Fort Cobb
|
4cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
Washita River At Anadarko
|
121cfs |
Canadian River At Bridgeport
|
126cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
|
16cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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-Sugar Creek Site-026