Scs-Oak Creek Site-002 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Oak Creek Site-002, located in Mountain View, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1968 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction purposes.
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Summary
This dam, standing at a height of 39 feet and with a hydraulic height of 35 feet, serves to protect the surrounding area from the potential hazards of high water levels in Oak Creek. With a normal storage capacity of 140 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 411 acre-feet, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks in the region.
The dam's spillway, controlled with a width of 1 foot, ensures efficient water release during times of excess flow, with a maximum discharge capability of 4840 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the condition assessment for SCS-Oak Creek Site-002 is deemed fair. Regular inspections are conducted by state regulatory agencies, with the last inspection taking place in August 2011. The dam's risk assessment is rated very high, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this essential water resource infrastructure in Washita County, Oklahoma.
Overall, SCS-Oak Creek Site-002 stands as a critical piece of infrastructure designed to safeguard against flooding and manage water flow in the Oak Creek watershed. With a history of effective flood risk reduction and a capacity to store and release significant volumes of water, this earth dam plays a vital role in protecting the local community and surrounding areas from the impacts of extreme weather events. Ongoing maintenance and monitoring efforts, in conjunction with state regulatory oversight, help to ensure the continued functionality and safety of this important water resource structure in Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
1240 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
411 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
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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-Oak Creek Site-002