Scs-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-30 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-30 in Garfield, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated Earth dam completed in 1964 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of Flood Risk Reduction.
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Summary
This dam, standing at 22 feet in height with a length of 1700 feet, serves to protect the area from potential flooding events along TR-RED ROCK CREEK. With a storage capacity of 405 acre-feet and a hazardous potential rated as High, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Owned by the state and regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-30 is monitored for its condition and risk assessment. Despite being assessed as in fair condition, the dam is considered to have a very high risk level, placing emphasis on the need for ongoing maintenance and management measures to ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction. With a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, this dam is equipped to handle a maximum discharge of 1040 cubic feet per second.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-30 presents an interesting case study in dam infrastructure and flood risk management. With its history dating back to the 1960s and its critical role in protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation, this Earth dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management practices. As efforts continue to maintain and assess the condition of this structure, it remains a focal point in the broader conversation surrounding water security and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1700 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
405 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skeleton Creek At Enid
|
4cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
464cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
27cfs |
Chikaskia River Near Blackwell
|
213cfs |
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-30