Scs-Cane Creek Site-17 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
SCS-Cane Creek Site-17 is a state-regulated dam located in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, designed by NRCS and completed in 1967 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Cane Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a length of 2450 feet, with a storage capacity of 2031 acre-feet and a surface area of 42 acres. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is classified as having a very high risk level, making it a critical structure for water resource and climate management in the region.
Managed by the OWRB, SCS-Cane Creek Site-17 undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last assessment conducted in 1980. The dam has not been rated for its condition, and emergency preparedness measures, such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), are not currently in place. However, the dam's risk level is closely monitored, with risk management measures yet to be specified. With its strategic location and vital role in flood control, SCS-Cane Creek Site-17 serves as a key infrastructure for safeguarding the surrounding area from potential water-related disasters, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
2450 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
42 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Nid Storage |
2031 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |
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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-Cane Creek Site-17