Scs-Sandstone Creek Site-019 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
SCS-Sandstone Creek Site-019 is a state-regulated dam located in Roger Mills, Oklahoma, designed by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
Completed in 1952, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 32 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Sandstone Creek. With a storage capacity of 540 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2150 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Sandstone Creek Site-019 indicates a very high risk level, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, with a structural height of 32 feet and a hydraulic height of 28 feet. While the condition assessment is currently not rated and the last inspection dates back to 1980, state inspection, enforcement, and permitting processes are in place to ensure the safety and functionality of this essential infrastructure.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to recognize the significance of structures like SCS-Sandstone Creek Site-019 in protecting communities from floods and managing water flow effectively. With the potential for high risk highlighted, continued attention to maintenance, risk management measures, and periodic inspections will be key to ensuring the safety and reliability of this vital dam for years to come.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
1060 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SANDSTONE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
540 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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.
Scs-Sandstone Creek Site-019