Scs-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-08 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Located in Noble, Oklahoma, the SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-08 is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1969 for flood risk reduction along the TR-Black Bear Creek.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 34 feet and a length of 1200 feet, this earth dam serves a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, with a maximum storage capacity of 611 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 63 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-08 is considered to have a very high risk level, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release, with the last inspection conducted in November 1999. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and functionality in mitigating flood risks in the area.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-08 serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience. With its strategic location and design parameters, this dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the community against potential flooding events, underscoring the importance of proactive risk management and emergency preparedness measures in the face of evolving climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLACK BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
611 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
|
11cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
535cfs |
Arkansas River At Ralston
|
1820cfs |
Cimarron River Near Ripley
|
544cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
28cfs |
Chikaskia River Near Blackwell
|
242cfs |
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 Black Bear Creek Site-08