Scs-Roaring Creek Site-S6 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-S6, located in Grady, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1966.
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Summary
The primary purpose of this Earth-type dam is flood risk reduction along the TR-SOLDIER CREEK, with a height of 25 feet and a length of 700 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet and a surface area of 2 acres, serving as a critical infrastructure to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
With a significant hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, SCS-Roaring Creek Site-S6 is closely monitored by the state regulatory agency, OWRB, with regular inspections and enforcement measures in place. Despite being assessed as in fair condition, the dam has a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate for effective water management. In the event of an emergency, the dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) readiness and guidelines compliance are currently unspecified, highlighting the importance of continuous risk management and mitigation efforts for this vital water resource structure.
As part of the Tulsa District and under the ownership of the state, SCS-Roaring Creek Site-S6 plays a crucial role in safeguarding the community of ALEX and its surrounding areas from potential flood risks. The dam's location, design, and operational features demonstrate its significance in supporting water resource and climate resilience efforts, emphasizing the need for ongoing maintenance and risk management to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOLDIER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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-Roaring Creek Site-S6