Scs-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-13 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-13, located in Noble, Oklahoma, is a state-owned dam designed by USDA NRCS in 1965 for flood risk reduction along TR-RED ROCK CREEK.
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Summary
The dam is an earth type structure with a height of 30 feet and a length of 1450 feet, providing a storage capacity of 363 acre-feet. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the risk assessment indicates a very high risk level, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity.
The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release. The inspection frequency is set at 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in 1999. The condition assessment currently remains unrated, highlighting the need for updated assessments to determine the overall safety and functionality of the dam. While the emergency action plan status and risk management measures are unspecified, the dam's location in a high-risk area underscores the significance of proactive measures to mitigate potential hazards and ensure public safety.
With the dam falling under state jurisdiction and regulation by the OWRB, it serves as a critical infrastructure for flood control in the region. The presence of a very high risk level calls for thorough risk assessment and management practices to safeguard the surrounding communities and water resources. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor the structural health of dams like SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-13 to prevent any potential disasters and preserve the integrity of the water supply system.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1450 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
363 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
464cfs |
Skeleton Creek At Enid
|
4cfs |
Chikaskia River Near Blackwell
|
213cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
27cfs |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
|
12cfs |
Arkansas River At Ralston
|
4160cfs |
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 Red Rock Creek Site-13