Scs-Owl Creek Site-08 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
SCS-Owl Creek Site-08, located in Paoli, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 1948 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 19 feet and spans 850 feet in length. It has a storage capacity of 123 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres, serving as a crucial infrastructure for managing floodwaters in the area.
With a controlled spillway and one valve outlet gate, SCS-Owl Creek Site-08 has a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating. While its condition has not been officially assessed, the dam is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to prevent any potential risks associated with its operation.
As a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Owl Creek Site-08 serves as a testament to the importance of effective flood risk reduction infrastructure in mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events. Its strategic location on TR-WEST OWL CR highlights the collaboration between state and federal agencies in safeguarding communities and protecting valuable resources from the threats of flooding.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST OWL CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
123 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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-08