Scs-Cane Creek Site-19 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
SCS-Cane Creek Site-19 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, along the TR-Cane Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 40 feet and spans 1200 feet in length. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a storage capacity of 941 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 92 acre-feet. The dam has a controlled spillway and is equipped with a single valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, SCS-Cane Creek Site-19 is considered to have a very high risk due to its age and lack of condition assessment. The dam has not been inspected since January 1980, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. The risk management measures, emergency action plan, and inundation maps for this site are not readily available, highlighting the need for updated safety protocols and assessments to ensure the protection of the surrounding community and environment in case of an emergency. Water resource and climate enthusiasts should closely monitor the developments at SCS-Cane Creek Site-19 to advocate for the implementation of proper risk mitigation strategies and maintenance practices.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Nid Storage |
941 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
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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-19