Scs-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-34 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
The SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-34 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Red Rock, Oklahoma, designed by the USDA NRCS to primarily reduce flood risk along the TR-Red Rock Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1967, this dam stands at 26 feet high with a length of 1350 feet, providing a storage capacity of 368 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 703 cubic feet per second. With a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential, this dam is inspected every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Despite being categorized as low risk and not rated in terms of condition assessment, the SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-34 remains a significant structure for flood risk reduction in Garfield County, Oklahoma. The dam's stone core and soil foundation contribute to its stability, while a single valve outlet gate controls water flow. While the last inspection dates back to 1980, the dam continues to serve its purpose effectively, demonstrating the commitment of the state regulatory agency (OWRB) to maintain and enforce safety standards for water resource management in the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-34 represents a vital infrastructure project that showcases the collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies to mitigate the impact of flooding in the area. With its very high risk ranking and the oversight of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves as a model for effective flood risk reduction measures. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water management, structures like the SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-34 play a crucial role in protecting communities and safeguarding water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1350 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
368 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skeleton Creek At Enid
|
4cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
464cfs |
Chikaskia River Near Blackwell
|
213cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
27cfs |
Cimarron River Near Dover
|
312cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
459cfs |
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-34