Scs-Sugar Creek Site-011 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-011, located in Lookeba, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1962 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
The dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Sugar Creek river, with a structural height of 34 feet and a hydraulic height of 30 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 398 acre-feet and a normal storage of 85 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 18 acres.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, SCS-Sugar Creek Site-011 is rated as having a very high risk due to its location and characteristics, with a risk level of 1. The dam features a controlled spillway, one outlet valve, and has not been inspected since January 1, 1980. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its compliance with regulatory standards for continued operation and safety. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Sugar Creek Site-011 presents an interesting case study in flood risk reduction and dam management in the state of Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
785 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SUGAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
398 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
Willow Creek Near Albert
|
2cfs |
Canadian River At Bridgeport
|
126cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
|
16cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Fort Cobb
|
4cfs |
Washita River At Anadarko
|
121cfs |
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-011