Scs-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-45 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-45, located in Slick, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1960 for flood risk reduction along TR-SKULL CREEK.
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Summary
This dam stands at a height of 30 feet with a length of 710 feet, providing a storage capacity of 211 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1240 cubic feet per second. The controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot ensures proper water management during high flow events, with a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating.
Despite being constructed over 60 years ago, SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-45 has not undergone recent condition assessments or inspections since January 1980. However, the dam remains in a not rated condition, with emergency action plans and risk management measures yet to be developed. The dam's presence highlights the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring of aging infrastructure to safeguard against potential risks and ensure the continued protection of surrounding communities and water resources. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can advocate for increased attention to the upkeep and safety of structures like SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-45 to mitigate potential hazards and promote sustainable water management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
710 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SKULL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
211 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-45