Scs-Sugar Creek Site-021 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-021 in Binger, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Devils Canyon stream.
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Summary
Completed in 1963, this dam stands at 38 feet high, with a hydraulic height of 33 feet and a structural height of 38 feet. With a storage capacity of 1250 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 309 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of flooding in the area.
The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release. Despite being assessed as in fair condition in 2011, it has a high hazard potential due to its location and design. The risk assessment for SCS-Sugar Creek Site-021 is very high, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction. With a risk management plan in place and state regulatory oversight, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for protecting the surrounding community and water resources.
Managed by the Oklahoma State agency OWRB, this dam is a key component of water resource management in Caddo County. With its strategic location along Devils Canyon and a drainage area that benefits from its flood risk reduction capabilities, SCS-Sugar Creek Site-021 is a critical infrastructure asset in the region. As climate change impacts continue to exacerbate flooding events, the importance of well-maintained and regulated dams like SCS-Sugar Creek Site-021 cannot be overstated in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from water-related risks.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
1240 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
DEVILS CANYON |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
41 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Nid Storage |
1250 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Canadian River At Bridgeport
|
126cfs |
Willow Creek Near Albert
|
2cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
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-021