Scs-Wildhorse Creek Site-044 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-044 in Stephens, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1962, this dam stands at 28 feet high and spans a length of 2110 feet, providing a normal storage capacity of 280 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 1064 acre-feet. The dam is located on TR-SANDY BEAR CREEK in TATUMS and is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-044 is considered to have a very high risk of failure, warranting regular inspections. The dam is equipped with a valve outlet gate and a controlled spillway, ensuring controlled water release during periods of high flow. The dam's risk management measures and emergency action plans are not readily available in the provided data, highlighting a potential area for improvement in ensuring the safety and security of the surrounding community in the event of a dam failure. With its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight, SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-044 represents a vital piece of infrastructure in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
2110 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SANDY BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
48 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
1064 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
335cfs |
Washita River At Alex
|
241cfs |
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
29cfs |
Little Washita River East Of Ninnekah
|
18cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
208cfs |
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-Wildhorse Creek Site-044