Scs-Wayne Creek Site-2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
SCS-Wayne Creek Site-2, located in Whitebead, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam on the TR-Washita River designed by USDA NRCS in 1953 for flood risk reduction.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at 30 feet high and has a length of 1160 feet, providing a storage capacity of 342 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is categorized as having a very high risk, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and risk management measures.
The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and an outlet gate consisting of a single valve. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it has an inspection frequency of 5 years, with the last recorded inspection dating back to 1980. Given its critical role in flood risk reduction and the potential for very high risk, there is a need for updated emergency action plans, risk assessments, and inundation maps to ensure the safety and resilience of the surrounding community in the face of changing climate conditions.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the SCS-Wayne Creek Site-2 presents an intriguing case study for examining the intersection of infrastructure, risk management, and environmental stewardship. By understanding the dynamics of this dam and its associated challenges, stakeholders can work towards enhancing its resilience, improving emergency preparedness, and ultimately safeguarding water resources for the benefit of both current and future generations.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
1160 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WASHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
342 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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-Wayne Creek Site-2