Scs-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-11 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 9, 2025

SCS-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-11 in Oklahoma is a state-regulated dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on TR-Dean Indian Creek.


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Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet and has a normal storage capacity of 139 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating of 1, this dam has a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate.

Located in Roger Mills County near Strong City, this dam is owned and regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. Despite being last inspected in 1980 and not currently rated for condition assessment, the dam has a history of state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The area surrounding the dam spans 19 acres, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1023 cubic feet per second.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-11 offers a fascinating glimpse into the infrastructure designed to mitigate flood risks in Oklahoma. With its historical significance and ongoing state regulation, this dam serves as a crucial component of water management in the region, showcasing the intersection of engineering, environmental protection, and public safety.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Length

1210

Dam Height

44

River Or Stream

TR-DEAN INDIAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19

Hydraulic Height

41

Nid Storage

477

Structural Height

44

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

44
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.