Scs-Criner Creek Site-012 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
SCS-Criner Creek Site-012, located in McClain County, Oklahoma, is a state-owned dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a length of 1410 feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a very high risk assessment rating of 1, indicating the importance of effective risk management measures.
The dam, situated on TR-Wolf Creek, is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and undergoes regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement. The structure features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and an outlet gate of valve type. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1125 cubic feet per second and a storage capacity of 193 acre-feet, the dam serves to protect the surrounding area from flooding while also providing some recreational opportunities due to its surface area of 6 acres.
Despite the lack of recent condition assessments, the SCS-Criner Creek Site-012 remains a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the maintenance and management of such structures is essential to ensuring the safety and sustainability of our water resources.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1410 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WOLF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
193 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
28cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
201cfs |
Washita River At Alex
|
236cfs |
Canadian River At Norman
|
218cfs |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
329cfs |
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-012