Scs-Sandy Creek Site-14 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
SCS-Sandy Creek Site-14, located in VANOSS, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1964 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the LITTLE CANADIAN SANDY CREEK.
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Summary
This 38-foot tall dam with a length of 1600 feet has a storage capacity of 1505 acre-feet and a surface area of 26 acres. It features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, with a maximum discharge of 4000 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, SCS-Sandy Creek Site-14 is subject to frequent inspections with a 5-year inspection frequency. The dam is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment, with the last inspection date recorded in 1980. The risk assessment for this dam is classified as "Very High (1)", indicating the importance of ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of the structure.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will be intrigued by the detailed information available about SCS-Sandy Creek Site-14, including its design specifications, regulatory oversight, and risk assessment. The dam's strategic location in Garvin County, Oklahoma, highlights its critical role in managing flood risks along the LITTLE CANADIAN SANDY CREEK watershed. With a focus on flood risk reduction and a history of federal agency involvement, this earth dam serves as a key infrastructure asset in the region's water resource management efforts.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1600 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CANADIAN SANDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Nid Storage |
1505 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Rock Creek At Sulphur
|
8cfs |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
335cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
7cfs |
Blue River Near Connerville
|
49cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
15cfs |
Washita River Near Dickson
|
324cfs |
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-Sandy Creek Site-14