Scs-Soldier Creek Site-004 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Scs-Soldier Creek Site-003 Rogers Ds
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Soldier Creek Site-004, located in Stafford, Washita, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1962 for flood risk reduction along the TR-OAK CREEK.
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Summary
Designed by USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 47 feet and has a hydraulic height of 43 feet. With a storage capacity of 2083 acre-feet and a normal storage of 776 acre-feet, it serves as a crucial structure for managing water resources in the area.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam at SCS-Soldier Creek Site-004 poses a very high risk due to its age and lack of recent inspections. With only one valve outlet gate and a controlled spillway width of 2 feet, there are concerns about the dam's ability to handle maximum discharges of up to 4600 cubic feet per second. As climate change continues to impact the region, ensuring the safety and functionality of this dam becomes increasingly important for protecting the surrounding communities from potential flooding events.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the condition and risk assessment of structures like SCS-Soldier Creek Site-004 is essential for understanding the challenges and opportunities in managing water resources in Oklahoma. With the state-regulated dam being under the jurisdiction of OWRB and designed by USDA NRCS, there is a collaborative effort in place to monitor and inspect the dam periodically. However, more attention and resources may be needed to address the high risk associated with this critical infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
2700 |
Dam Height |
47 |
River Or Stream |
TR-OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
100 |
Hydraulic Height |
43 |
Nid Storage |
2083 |
Structural Height |
47 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
47 |
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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.
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