Scs-Bear-Fall & Coon Creek Site-026 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
SCS-Bear-Fall & Coon Creek Site-026, located in Logan County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1960 for flood risk reduction along the OPOSSUM CR river.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at 29 feet high and spans 1370 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 725 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is classified as very high, emphasizing the importance of ongoing inspection and maintenance.
With a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, the dam at SCS-Bear-Fall & Coon Creek Site-026 has not been rated for its condition assessment since the last inspection conducted in 1980. However, the dam is deemed to meet state regulatory standards, with permits for operation, inspection, and enforcement provided by the state regulatory agency, OWRB. The risk management measures, emergency action plan, and inundation maps for the dam are currently not available, highlighting areas for potential improvement in the facility's emergency preparedness.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the SCS-Bear-Fall & Coon Creek Site-026 presents an intriguing case study of a state-owned dam designed to mitigate flood risks in a high-risk area. The dam's historical significance, structural design, and the need for updated risk management protocols make it a compelling subject for further research and analysis in the realm of water resource management and climate adaptation strategies.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1370 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
OPOSSUM CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Nid Storage |
725 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Deep Fork At Warwick
|
24cfs |
North Canadian River At Britton Rd At Okc
|
73cfs |
Cottonwood Creek Near Seward
|
66cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
459cfs |
North Canadian River Near Harrah
|
200cfs |
Cimarron River Near Ripley
|
488cfs |
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-Bear-Fall & Coon Creek Site-026