Scs-Quapaw Creek Site-38 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-38 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Meeker, Oklahoma, along Coon Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1972 by USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction, with a structural height of 28 feet and a length of 700 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 30 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 253 acre-feet, making it a crucial infrastructure for water resource management in Lincoln County.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-38 poses a very high risk due to its location and the potential consequences of failure. With a controlled spillway and one valve outlet gate, the dam has not been inspected since 1980 and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While the dam meets state regulatory standards for permitting, inspection, and enforcement, there are no emergency action plans in place, raising concerns about the preparedness for potential emergencies and the need for updated risk management measures.
In light of the data indicating a lack of recent inspections and emergency preparedness, stakeholders and climate enthusiasts should closely monitor the condition and operation of SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-38. With its critical role in flood risk reduction along Coon Creek, it is essential to ensure that the dam is properly maintained and that necessary safety measures are in place to protect downstream communities and the surrounding environment from potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
COON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
253 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Meeker Lake
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Prague City Lake
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Bell Cow Lake and Equestrian
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Scs-Quapaw Creek Site-38