Scs-Rock Creek Site-04 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lingenfelter Martha Dresser
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Rock Creek Site-04, located in Talihina, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1973 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Rock Creek.
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Summary
This dam stands at a height of 59 feet and spans a length of 5400 feet, offering a maximum storage capacity of 5625 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 375 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 8.85 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating flood hazards in the region.
The dam features a controlled spillway and is equipped with a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate for water release. Despite its age, SCS-Rock Creek Site-04 is deemed to have a high hazard potential, with a very high risk assessment rating of 1. However, its condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," highlighting the need for further evaluation and potential risk management measures to ensure the continued safety and effectiveness of the structure in protecting the surrounding community from flood events.
With a history of successful flood risk reduction and water management, SCS-Rock Creek Site-04 serves as a vital infrastructure component in the area, overseen by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB). As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like SCS-Rock Creek Site-04 will be essential in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the growing challenges of extreme weather events and water scarcity.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
5400 |
Dam Height |
59 |
River Or Stream |
ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
212 |
Hydraulic Height |
59 |
Drainage Area |
8.85 |
Nid Storage |
5625 |
Structural Height |
59 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
59 |
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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-Rock Creek Site-04