Scs-Wildhorse Creek Site-023 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-023, also known as Wildhorse Creek 23, is a state-owned structure located in Stephens County, Oklahoma.
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Summary
Built in 1958 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands 32 feet tall with a length of 1425 feet, serving primarily for flood risk reduction along the Clear Creek. With a normal storage capacity of 731 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 2414 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating potential flooding in the region.
The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release management. Despite being rated in fair condition during the last assessment in 2011, it holds a significant hazard potential and is classified as having a very high risk. With its location in an area prone to intense rainfall and flooding events, maintaining and inspecting this structure regularly is crucial to ensure its effectiveness and safety. The state regulatory agency, OWRB, is responsible for permitting, inspecting, and enforcing regulations related to this dam.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-023 offers a fascinating case study in flood risk reduction infrastructure. Its strategic placement along the Clear Creek, combined with its significant storage capacity and controlled spillway design, showcases the importance of well-maintained dams in managing water flow and minimizing flood damage. As discussions around climate change and extreme weather patterns continue to evolve, understanding and investing in structures like this one becomes essential for sustainable water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
1425 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
CLEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
99 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
2414 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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.
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Clear Creek Lake
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Taylor Lake
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Fuqua Lake
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Scs-Wildhorse Creek Site-023
McCasland Rotary Park
Fuqua Park
Whisenant Park