Scs-Sandy Creek Site-18 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
SCS-Sandy Creek Site-18 is a state-regulated dam located in VANOSS, Oklahoma, along the Burris Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1973 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands at a height of 40 feet and stretches 1470 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 1077 acre-feet and a drainage area of 4.2 square miles, the dam serves a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
The dam's spillway type is controlled, with a width of 1 foot, and it is equipped with a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate. Although the dam's hazard potential is rated as high, its condition assessment remains fair. The last inspection was conducted in December 2011, with an inspection frequency of 1 year. The risk assessment categorizes the dam as having a very high risk level, indicating the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
Overall, SCS-Sandy Creek Site-18 plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the area and protecting downstream communities from potential inundation. Its strategic location and design features make it a significant asset in the region's water resource management efforts, underscoring the importance of continued regulatory oversight and maintenance practices to ensure its long-term effectiveness and safety.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
1470 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
BURRIS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
4.2 |
Nid Storage |
1077 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
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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-Sandy Creek Site-18