Scs-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-24 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-24 in Oklahoma is a state-regulated dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along TR-Cottonwood Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1967, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet with a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a length of 3080 feet. It has a storage capacity of 201 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 69 acre-feet, serving its primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
Located in Jackson County, the dam is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and is inspected regularly by state authorities. With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, this dam has a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water management. Despite not being condition rated, the dam has not undergone any modifications since its construction and remains a vital infrastructure for managing water resources in the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-24 offers a fascinating glimpse into the engineering and management of dams in Oklahoma. With its strategic location, design features, and regulatory oversight, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water security for the surrounding communities. As a key piece of infrastructure in the Fort Worth District, this dam serves as a testament to the ongoing efforts to balance water resource management with environmental conservation and public safety.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
3080 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COTTONWOOD CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
201 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-24