Scs-Big Wewoka Creek Site-24 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
SCS-Big Wewoka Creek Site-24 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Seminole County, Oklahoma, designed by USDA NRCS to primarily reduce flood risk along Coon Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1961, this dam stands at 35 feet tall and spans 3000 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1942 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 3300 cubic feet per second. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Big Wewoka Creek Site-24 indicates a very high risk level, warranting attention to risk management measures in the future. The dam has not been assessed for condition and has not had a recent inspection since April 2005. With state jurisdiction and regulatory oversight by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), this site serves as a critical infrastructure for flood control in the region, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring its structural integrity for the safety of surrounding communities and water resources.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
3000 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
COON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
93 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
1942 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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-Big Wewoka Creek Site-24