Scs-Criner Creek Site-018 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Luttrel Ee Scs-Criner Creek Site-016
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
SCS-Criner Creek Site-018 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Maysville, Oklahoma, designed by the USDA NRCS in 1960 for flood risk reduction on the TR-Criner Creek.
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Summary
With a height of 32 feet and a length of 980 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 475 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1155 cubic feet per second. The dam features a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate, with a significant hazard potential and fair condition assessment.
The site is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and undergoes state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite its fair condition, the dam is rated as having a very high risk level. With a designated emergency action plan (EAP) and regular inspection frequency of 3 years, the SCS-Criner Creek Site-018 serves as a critical infrastructure for flood control and water resource management in McClain County, Oklahoma. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this site to be a fascinating example of engineering and management in ensuring public safety and environmental protection.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
980 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CRINER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
475 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
28cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
204cfs |
Washita River At Alex
|
239cfs |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
335cfs |
Canadian River At Norman
|
215cfs |
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-018