Scs-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-13 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-13, located in Mountain View, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Rainy Mountain Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1969, this dam stands at a height of 26 feet with a storage capacity of 643 acre-feet. With a significant hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, this dam is inspected every 3 years to ensure its fair condition and safety.
Managed by the OWRB, this dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. The surrounding area has a normal storage capacity of 115 acre-feet and a surface area of 29 acres. The dam's design includes a stone core and a soil foundation, providing essential structural stability. While the risk management measures and emergency preparedness status of the dam remain undisclosed, its compliance with state regulations and ongoing inspections demonstrate a commitment to public safety and flood protection.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-13 offers a fascinating case study in dam engineering and flood risk mitigation. With its strategic location in Kiowa County and the Tulsa District, this dam plays a crucial role in managing the water flow of Rainy Mountain Creek and protecting the surrounding communities from potential flooding events. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and monitoring of structures like SCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-13 will be essential for ensuring the resilience and safety of our water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
3030 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RAINY MOUNTAIN CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
643 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-13