Scs-Fourche Maline Creek Site-05 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-05, located in Latimer, Oklahoma, is a state-owned dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the Fourche Maline Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 93 feet with a length of 1995 feet, providing storage capacity of 5289 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 11.8 square miles. Completed in 1964, the dam has a controlled spillway type with one slide gate for water regulation.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a condition assessment marked as fair, SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-05 poses a significant risk due to its location and structural condition. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are currently unknown, raising concerns about preparedness in the event of a flood or emergency situation. Despite its age, the dam continues to be regulated, inspected, and enforced by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) to ensure public safety and proper maintenance.
As a critical infrastructure for flood control in the region, ongoing monitoring and maintenance of SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-05 are essential to mitigate potential risks and protect downstream communities. With a very high risk rating and the need for regular inspections and updates to its emergency action plan, stakeholders must prioritize the safety and resilience of this dam to safeguard water resources and climate-related challenges in the area.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1995 |
Dam Height |
93 |
River Or Stream |
FOURCHE MALINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
94 |
Hydraulic Height |
93 |
Drainage Area |
11.8 |
Nid Storage |
5289 |
Structural Height |
93 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
93 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Fourche Maline Near Red Oak
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1cfs |
Canadian River Near Whitefield
|
2160cfs |
Kiamichi River Near Clayton
|
220cfs |
Poteau River Near Panama
|
483cfs |
Illinois River Near Gore
|
132cfs |
Kiamichi River Near Big Cedar
|
27cfs |
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-Fourche Maline Creek Site-05