Scs-Owl Creek Site-12 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
SCS-Owl Creek Site-12, located in Paoli, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1956 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on the TR-Owl Creek.
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Summary
With a structural height of 26 feet and a length of 1000 feet, this dam has a maximum storage capacity of 382 acre-feet and a normal storage of 59 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the risk assessment for this dam is classified as very high, indicating potential vulnerabilities that need to be addressed.
Managed by the OWRB, SCS-Owl Creek Site-12 features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and an outlet gate made of a single valve. The dam has not been rated for condition assessment, and the last inspection date recorded was in 1980, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. While the emergency action plan and risk management measures for this dam are not specified in the data, it is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and advocate for the maintenance and safety of this critical infrastructure to mitigate potential risks and ensure the protection of downstream communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-OWL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
382 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
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-Owl Creek Site-12