Scs-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-39 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-39 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Garfield, Oklahoma.
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Summary
Built in 1967 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a flood risk reduction measure along the TR-RED ROCK CREEK. With a height of 31 feet and a length of 1500 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 670 acre-feet and a surface area of 24 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-39 is considered to have a very high risk due to its location and the potential consequences of failure. The dam is inspected every five years, with the last inspection dating back to January 1, 1980. It is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release. Although its condition is currently not rated, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plans are not specified in the available data.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-39 to be an intriguing case study in flood risk reduction infrastructure. The dam's design, purpose, and regulatory oversight provide valuable insights into the management of water resources in Oklahoma. With its location in the Tulsa District and state jurisdiction by the OWRB, this dam exemplifies the collaboration between federal and state agencies in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of water management structures.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
670 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skeleton Creek At Enid
|
6cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
372cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
28cfs |
Chikaskia River Near Blackwell
|
193cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
425cfs |
Cimarron River Near Dover
|
296cfs |
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-39