Scs-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-43 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-43 is a state-regulated dam located in Garfield, Oklahoma, designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 1964, this earth dam stands at 30 feet high with a length of 1250 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 449 acre-feet and a normal storage of 82 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential, this dam is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 1355 cubic feet per second to protect the surrounding area from flooding.
Situated on TR-Red Rock Creek, this dam is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and is inspected every 5 years. Despite being rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, the risk assessment for this dam is deemed to be very high, with a DSAC-assigned date yet to be determined. The dam features a single valve outlet gate and has not undergone any modifications since its completion. While emergency action plans and risk management measures are not explicitly mentioned, the dam is equipped to handle emergencies with a very high level of preparedness.
Overall, SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-43 serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood control in the region, designed to mitigate the risk of inundation and protect the local community. With its strategic location and effective design, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in safeguarding communities from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1250 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
449 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
444cfs |
Skeleton Creek At Enid
|
7cfs |
Chikaskia River Near Blackwell
|
216cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
26cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
453cfs |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
|
12cfs |
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-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-43