Scs-Criner Creek Site-008 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
SCS-Criner Creek Site-008, located in McClain County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1960 for flood risk reduction on TR-Criner Creek.
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Summary
With a height of 25 feet and a length of 1000 feet, this dam provides a maximum storage capacity of 271 acre-feet and a normal storage of 27 acre-feet. Its controlled spillway type and low hazard potential make it a crucial structure in managing water resources in the region.
Despite being built over 60 years ago, the dam at SCS-Criner Creek Site-008 remains in good condition with a very high risk assessment rating of 1. While it has not been inspected since January 1980, it is equipped with a valve outlet gate and is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its continued functionality and safety. The dam's stone core and soil foundation contribute to its structural integrity, making it an important asset for flood risk reduction efforts in the area.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, SCS-Criner Creek Site-008 serves as a vital component of the flood control infrastructure in McClain County. With its strategic location and design specifications, this earth dam plays a crucial role in protecting local communities from potential water-related disasters, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CRINER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
271 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Washita River At Alex
|
239cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
28cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
204cfs |
Canadian River At Norman
|
215cfs |
Little Washita River East Of Ninnekah
|
18cfs |
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-Criner Creek Site-008