Scs-Finn Creek Site-028 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
SCS-Finn Creek Site-028, located in McClain County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1964 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Turkey Creek.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a length of 1480 feet, providing a storage capacity of 308 acre-feet. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam is rated as very high risk due to its age and lack of recent condition assessments.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Finn Creek Site-028 has not undergone any modifications since its construction and is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, regular inspections are mandated with a frequency of every five years. However, the last inspection conducted dates back to January 1980, raising concerns about the adequacy of its risk management and emergency preparedness measures. As a valuable asset for flood control in the region, further evaluation and maintenance of this critical infrastructure are essential to ensure its resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1480 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TURKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
308 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
28cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
201cfs |
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
327cfs |
Washita River At Alex
|
236cfs |
Canadian River At Norman
|
213cfs |
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-Finn Creek Site-028