Scs-Sugar Creek Site-044 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Caddo County, Oklahoma, the SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044 is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1971 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
Designed for flood risk reduction, this dam stands at a height of 64 feet and has a storage capacity of 930 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 2.67 square miles and a maximum discharge of 1100 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Despite its fair condition assessment, the SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044 poses a high hazard potential, as indicated by its very high risk assessment rating. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single outlet valve, ensuring effective water flow management during heavy rainfall events. With the state regulatory agency OWRB overseeing permitting, inspection, and enforcement, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and water resource management in the area.
As a key component of the water infrastructure in the region, the SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044 is essential for reducing flood risks and safeguarding the local community from potential hazards. With its strategic location along the Lost Creek and its significant storage capacity, this dam exemplifies the importance of proactive water resource management in combating the challenges posed by climate change and extreme weather events. The USDA NRCS's involvement in the design and construction of this dam underscores the collaborative efforts between state and federal agencies to protect the environment and ensure the safety and resilience of the community.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
530 |
Dam Height |
64 |
River Or Stream |
LOST CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
64 |
Drainage Area |
2.67 |
Nid Storage |
930 |
Structural Height |
64 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
64 |
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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.
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Flag Pole Campground
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Catfish Cove Campground
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