Scs-Wildhorse Creek Site-036 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-036, located in Stephens County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated water resource managed by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This flood risk reduction structure, completed in 1957, is an earth dam with a height of 22 feet and a length of 940 feet. It has a storage capacity of 239 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 1100 cubic feet per second, with a controlled spillway and one outlet valve.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-036 is considered to have a very high risk level, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The last recorded inspection was in 1980, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
With its strategic location along TR-Wildhorse Creek and its crucial role in flood risk reduction for the surrounding area, SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-036 serves as a vital water resource in the region. Its design, construction, and regulation by state authorities highlight the collaborative efforts to ensure the safety and functionality of this important infrastructure for water management in Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
940 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WILDHORSE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
239 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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-Wildhorse Creek Site-036