Scs-Lower Bayou Creek Site-10 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
SCS-Lower Bayou Creek Site-10, located in Turner, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Simon Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1972, this dam stands at a height of 30 feet with a hydraulic height of 27 feet, providing a storage capacity of 668 acre-feet during normal conditions. With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), SCS-Lower Bayou Creek Site-10 features a controlled spillway, one valve outlet gate, and a stone core foundation. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it undergoes inspections every five years as part of its state-regulated operations. Despite being last inspected in 1980, the dam's structural integrity and flood control capabilities remain essential for safeguarding the surrounding Love County communities against potential inundation events.
As a vital component of the Fort Worth District's flood control infrastructure, SCS-Lower Bayou Creek Site-10 serves as a critical asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With its strategic location, design features, and state-regulated management, this dam exemplifies the importance of proactive measures in addressing flood risks and ensuring water security in the region.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
730 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SIMON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
668 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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-Lower Bayou Creek Site-10