Scs-Waterfall-Gilford Creek Site-02 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
SCS-Waterfall-Gilford Creek Site-02 is a privately owned dam located in McCurtain, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 16 feet tall and spans 950 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and has a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot.
Despite its low hazard potential, SCS-Waterfall-Gilford Creek Site-02 poses a very high risk due to its outdated inspection date of January 1, 1980. With an inspection frequency of 5 years, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated. Emergency action plans and risk management measures are currently not in place, highlighting the need for updated safety protocols to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the protection of downstream communities.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the SCS-Waterfall-Gilford Creek Site-02 will find an intriguing case study in dam regulation and maintenance. With its unique design features and historical significance, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive risk assessment and emergency preparedness in maintaining the integrity of our water infrastructure in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
950 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BAD BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
160 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little River Blw Lukfata Creek
|
572cfs |
Red River Near De Kalb
|
1160cfs |
Glover River Near Glover
|
342cfs |
Mountain Fork Near Eagletown
|
2040cfs |
Cuthand Ck At Fm 910 Nr Cuthand
|
0cfs |
Little River Near Horatio
|
3450cfs |
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-Waterfall-Gilford Creek Site-02