Scs-Cavalry Creek Site-29 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Cavalry Creek Site-29, located in Cloud Chief, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1959 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Cavalry Creek.
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Summary
This dam stands at a height of 21 feet and spans a length of 1000 feet, with a storage capacity of 137 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a very high risk assessment rating of 1 due to its critical role in mitigating flood risks in the area.
Managed by the OWRB, SCS-Cavalry Creek Site-29 features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water management. The dam has not been inspected since 1980, with an inspection frequency of 5 years, and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While an emergency action plan (EAP) has not been prepared for the dam, it meets state permitting and inspection requirements, ensuring its compliance with regulatory standards for safety and operation.
This site serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in Washita County, Oklahoma, providing essential flood protection for the surrounding area. With its strategic location along TR-Cavalry Creek and the support of the NRCS, SCS-Cavalry Creek Site-29 plays a crucial role in safeguarding the community against potential flood hazards and contributing to the overall resilience of the region's water resources and climate adaptation efforts.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CAVALRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
137 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River Near Clinton
|
32cfs |
Washita River Near Foss
|
6cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
|
16cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
Willow Creek Near Albert
|
2cfs |
North Fork Red River Near Carter
|
21cfs |
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-29