Scs-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-54 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-54 in Noble, Oklahoma is a state-owned dam designed by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a length of 1780 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1069 acre-feet. The dam is located on TR-Red Rock Creek in the city of RED ROCK and falls under the regulatory authority of the OWRB.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-54 is considered to have a very high risk level, warranting attention to emergency preparedness and risk management. The dam features a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1930 cubic feet per second. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the last inspection in 1999 revealed the need for a five-year inspection frequency to ensure its structural integrity and efficiency in flood control.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts would find SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-54 an intriguing subject for study, given its historical significance in flood risk mitigation and the potential risks associated with its high-risk classification. As part of the Tulsa District, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. Further research and monitoring efforts are essential to maintain the dam's operational readiness and to enhance emergency response measures in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1780 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED ROCK CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
33 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
1069 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
485cfs |
Skeleton Creek At Enid
|
7cfs |
Chikaskia River Near Blackwell
|
226cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
26cfs |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
|
11cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
453cfs |
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-54