Scs-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-07 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-07 is a state-regulated dam located in Depew, Oklahoma, designed by USDA NRCS in 1960 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Little Deep Fork Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and stretches 1,220 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 158 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a very high risk assessment rating, indicating the need for proactive risk management measures.
Owned by the state of Oklahoma and regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-07 has not been inspected since 1980, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, serving as crucial components for managing water flow and ensuring downstream safety. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, its risk assessment highlights the importance of developing and implementing emergency action plans to mitigate potential risks and protect surrounding communities and ecosystems from adverse impacts of dam failure.
With its strategic location in Creek County and its vital role in flood risk reduction, SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-07 serves as a significant water resource management infrastructure in the region. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water management, the dam's maintenance and risk reduction efforts are crucial in ensuring resilience against extreme weather events and safeguarding the local environment and population from potential flooding disasters.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1220 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE DEEP FORK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
158 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cimarron River Near Ripley
|
544cfs |
Deep Fork At Warwick
|
23cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
141cfs |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
|
11cfs |
Arkansas River At Tulsa
|
10300cfs |
Joe Creek At 61st St At Tulsa
|
2cfs |
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 Deep Fork Creek Site-07