Scs-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3, also known as Dancing Bass Lake, is a privately owned earth dam located in Le Flore, Oklahoma.
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Summary
Built in 1977 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Little Caston Creek. With a height of 58 feet and a storage capacity of 2665 acre-feet, this structure plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3 has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and is currently in a not rated condition assessment. Despite its age, the dam continues to provide vital flood protection to the community, with a spillway width of 1 foot and a maximum discharge of 1513 cubic feet per second. While it has not undergone recent inspections, the structure's risk assessment remains very high, emphasizing the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in mitigating flood risks for the area.
This site, under the jurisdiction of the Tulsa District of the USACE, stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies in safeguarding water resources and enhancing climate resilience in Oklahoma. As climate change intensifies the frequency and severity of extreme weather events, structures like SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3 are crucial for protecting communities and ecosystems from the impacts of flooding, highlighting the importance of ongoing investment in sustainable water resource management practices.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
1050 |
Dam Height |
58 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CASTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
58 |
Nid Storage |
2665 |
Structural Height |
58 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
58 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Poteau River Near Panama
|
483cfs |
Poteau River At Loving
|
113cfs |
Fourche Maline Near Red Oak
|
1cfs |
Black Fork Below Big Creek Nr Page
|
4cfs |
James Fork Near Hackett
|
32cfs |
Kiamichi River Near Big Cedar
|
27cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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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Scs-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3