Scs-Upper Clear Boggy Creek Site-46 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
SCS-Upper Clear Boggy Creek Site-46 is a state-regulated dam located in Stonewall, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 1962 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a length of 1800 feet. With a storage capacity of 2619 acre-feet and a spillway width of 2 feet, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the West Buck Creek watershed.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Upper Clear Boggy Creek Site-46 indicates a very high risk level. The dam has not been inspected since 1980, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. While the condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are also not documented. With a controlled spillway and one valve outlet gate, this dam is a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure, requiring attention to ensure its continued safe operation in the face of potential climate challenges.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Upper Clear Boggy Creek Site-46 presents an intriguing case study of a state-owned dam with a significant role in flood risk reduction. With its earth dam structure and stone core, this dam provides essential water storage and management capabilities for the surrounding area. However, the lack of recent inspections and documented emergency preparedness raise concerns about the dam's long-term resilience to extreme weather events and changing climate conditions. As efforts to address these challenges continue, a thorough risk assessment and updated management plan will be essential to safeguard this critical water resource infrastructure for the future.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
1800 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
WEST BUCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
49 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Nid Storage |
2619 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
15cfs |
Blue River Near Connerville
|
54cfs |
Canadian River At Calvin
|
361cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
8cfs |
Rock Creek At Sulphur
|
8cfs |
Little River Near Tecumseh
|
10cfs |
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-Upper Clear Boggy Creek Site-46