Scs-Sallisaw Creek Site-04 dam
Scs-Sallisaw Creek Site-04
SCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-04, a state-owned dam located in Sequoyah, Oklahoma, stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of the USDA NRCS in designing and implementing flood risk reduction measures along the TR-Sallisaw Creek. Completed in 1963, this earth dam boasts a height of 29 feet and a length of 2875 feet, providing a storage capacity of 870 acre-feet to mitigate the impacts of flooding in the region. The dam's controlled spillway and valve outlet gate signify the careful planning and engineering that went into its construction.
Despite its age, SCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-04 maintains a low hazard potential with a very high risk assessment rating, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety. While the dam's condition assessment remains unrated as of the last inspection in 1980, its state-regulated status and compliance with permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements by the OWRB underscore its commitment to upholding rigorous safety standards. As climate change continues to influence precipitation patterns and exacerbate flooding events, the role of structures like SCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-04 in managing water resources becomes increasingly crucial.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts strive to address the challenges posed by a changing climate, SCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-04 serves as a symbol of resilience and adaptation in the face of natural disasters. With its primary purpose of flood risk reduction and its strategic location within the Tulsa District of Oklahoma, this dam represents a vital piece of infrastructure that not only protects local communities but also exemplifies the ongoing commitment to sustainable water management practices. By understanding and appreciating the intricate interplay between water resources, climate dynamics, and infrastructure development, enthusiasts can advocate for continued investment in infrastructure that safeguards our environment and communities for generations to come.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Scs-Sallisaw Creek Site-04 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois River Near Gore | 46 cfs | → |
| Little Lee Creek Near Short | 13 cfs | → |
| Lee Creek At Short | 99 cfs | → |
| Caney Creek Near Barber | 25 cfs | → |
| Lee Creek Near Short | 278 cfs | → |
| Arkansas River At Ft. Smith | 4,840 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Scs-Sallisaw Creek Site-04.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Brushy Lake State Park
- Applegate Cove - Kerr Reservoir
- Cato Creek Landing - Tenkiller Ferry Lake
- Cowlington Point - Kerr Reservoir
- Snake Creek Cove - Tenkiller Ferry Lake
- Tenkiller State Park
Fishing spots
Track Scs-Sallisaw Creek Site-04 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Scs-Sallisaw Creek Site-04
Where does the data for Scs-Sallisaw Creek Site-04 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Scs-Sallisaw Creek Site-04.