Scs-Owl Creek Site-01 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
SCS-Owl Creek Site-01, located in Paoli, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1948, this earth dam stands at 20 feet tall and spans 1000 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 218 acre-feet. The dam, situated on TR-WEST OWL CR, is under the jurisdiction of the OWRB and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite its low hazard potential, SCS-Owl Creek Site-01 is classified as having a very high risk due to its outdated last inspection date of 1980. While the dam's condition remains unrated, it is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. The site lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated emergency contacts, highlighting the need for improved risk management measures and adherence to guidelines for a safer water resource infrastructure in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site serves as a case study for the importance of regular inspections, maintenance, and emergency preparedness to mitigate potential risks and ensure public safety.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST OWL CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
218 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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-01