Scs-Whiteshield Creek Site-20 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-20, located in Roger Mills County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-White Shield Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1963, this structure stands at 25 feet high and has a length of 750 feet, providing a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 400 cubic feet per second. The dam also features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and an outlet gate valve for water release.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and not yet rated for condition assessment, SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-20 is under state inspection and enforcement with a scheduled frequency of 5 years. The risk assessment for this dam indicates a very high risk level of 1, signaling the importance of proper management and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Although the last inspection date recorded was in 1980, efforts to update emergency action plans and inundation maps are essential for efficient risk management and response in case of emergencies. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-20 serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood control in the region, highlighting the significance of sustainable water management practices.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WHITE SHIELD CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
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