Scs-Little Wewoka Creek Site-17 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: February 22, 2026
SCS-Little Wewoka Creek Site-17, also known as Brooks Lake, is a state-owned Earth dam located in Hughes County, Oklahoma.
Summary
Built in 1961 by the USDA NRCS, this structure serves as a critical component for flood risk reduction along Fish Creek. With a height of 24 feet and a length of 1600 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 2043 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 364 acre-feet.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, this dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, it is considered to have a very high risk due to its condition not being assessed or rated. The last inspection recorded dates back to 1980, indicating a need for updated evaluations and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and efficiency of this water resource infrastructure for the surrounding Brush Hill community and beyond.
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Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1600 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
FISH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
91 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
2043 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
North Canadian River Near Wetumka
|
238cfs |
Canadian River At Calvin
|
376cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
18cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
99cfs |
North Canadian River At Shawnee
|
290cfs |
Little River Near Tecumseh
|
13cfs |
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-Little Wewoka Creek Site-17