Scs-Big Kiowa Creek Site-2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
SCS-Big Kiowa Creek Site-2, located in Roger Mills County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1953 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the Big Kiowa Creek.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 42 feet with a length of 1200 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1840 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 642 cubic feet per second. With a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential, this dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources in the region.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), SCS-Big Kiowa Creek Site-2 is equipped with a single valve outlet gate for water release. Despite its age, the dam's condition is currently not rated, with the last inspection conducted in 1980. However, the risk assessment for this structure is deemed very high, highlighting the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and functionality in mitigating flood risks.
As a key component of flood risk reduction efforts in the area, SCS-Big Kiowa Creek Site-2 plays a vital role in protecting downstream communities and infrastructure from potential flooding events. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between state and federal agencies in safeguarding water resources and enhancing climate resilience in Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
BIG KIOWA CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
36 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Nid Storage |
1840 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
42 |
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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-Big Kiowa Creek Site-2