Scs-Quapaw Creek Site-36 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-36, located in Meeker, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated Earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1968, this dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 1600 feet, providing a storage capacity of 279 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-Quapaw Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the OWRB, with the state agency responsible for permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-36 is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. Although the condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated" and the last inspection date dates back to 1980, the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are not specified. Despite these gaps in information, the dam's strategic location and design indicate its critical role in mitigating flood risks in the Lincoln County area.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the infrastructure supporting flood risk reduction efforts in Oklahoma, SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-36 presents a fascinating case study. As a state-owned dam managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this structure showcases the collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies to safeguard communities against potential inundation events. The dam's historical significance, combined with its operational capabilities and risk assessment, highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in protecting downstream areas along the Quapaw Creek.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
1600 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-QUAPAW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
279 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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-Quapaw Creek Site-36