Scs-Quapaw Creek Site-23 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-23 is a state-owned dam in Meeker, Oklahoma, designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on TR-Quapaw Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1973, this earth dam stands at 36 feet high and stretches 1600 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 1115 acre-feet and a normal storage of 88 acre-feet, it serves as a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources in Lincoln County.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, this dam has a significant hazard potential and is assessed to be in fair condition. It features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and one valve outlet gate. Despite being last inspected in 2011, the site still meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement regulations. With a very high risk rating, this dam plays a vital role in mitigating flooding risks and protecting the local community and environment from water-related disasters.
Located in a high-risk area with a very high risk management rating, SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-23 exemplifies the importance of maintaining and monitoring water infrastructure in the face of changing climate patterns. As a focal point for flood risk reduction efforts in the region, this dam serves as a critical component of the state's water resource management strategy. Its role in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events underscores the urgent need for continued investment and oversight in our water infrastructure systems.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
1600 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR-QUAPAW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Nid Storage |
1115 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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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.
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Scs-Quapaw Creek Site-23