Scs-Cavalry Creek Site-22 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Cavalry Creek Site-22, located in Cordell, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1957 for flood risk reduction along TR-N.Cavalry Creek.
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Summary
With a height of 32 feet and a length of 1200 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 787 acre-feet and a normal storage of 174 acre-feet. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the risk assessment for this dam site is very high, indicating the need for effective risk management measures.
Owned by the state with regulatory oversight by OWRB, SCS-Cavalry Creek Site-22 has a controlled spillway type with a spillway width of 1 foot and an outlet gate consisting of a single valve. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it underwent its last inspection in 1980 and is subject to inspections every 5 years. The site is part of the Tulsa District and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Oklahoma.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the infrastructure and management of dams will find SCS-Cavalry Creek Site-22 to be an intriguing case study. With its historical significance, detailed specifications, and high-risk potential, this dam site serves as a noteworthy example of the complexities involved in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of water management structures in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-N.CAVALRY CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
787 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River Near Clinton
|
32cfs |
Washita River Near Foss
|
6cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
|
16cfs |
Washita River Near Hammon
|
7cfs |
North Fork Red River Near Carter
|
21cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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-Cavalry Creek Site-22