Scs-Quartermaster Creek Site-15 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-15 in Roger Mills, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1961 by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risk along TR-Hay Creek.
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Summary
Standing at 27 feet high with a hydraulic height of 23 feet, this dam serves a primary purpose of flood risk reduction and has a storage capacity of 219 acre-feet. It features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, with a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, making it a crucial structure for managing water resources in the area.
Located in the city of McClure, SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-15 is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and receives state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite its age, the dam's condition has not been rated since its last inspection in 1980, and no emergency action plan (EAP) has been prepared for the site. However, with a risk assessment indicating a very high risk level, it is essential for authorities to monitor and maintain this structure to ensure its effectiveness in mitigating flood threats and protecting the surrounding community from potential inundation events. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-15 serves as a significant example of the critical role that dams play in managing water flow and minimizing flood risks in vulnerable areas.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
617 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HAY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
219 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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-Quartermaster Creek Site-15