Scs-Salt Creek Site-02 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Scs-Salt Creek Site-03 Nix Glen
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
SCS-Salt Creek Site-02, located in Pottawatomie, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1966 for flood risk reduction along OPOSSUM CR.
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Summary
Standing at 30 feet tall and stretching over 1080 feet in length, this dam provides a maximum storage capacity of 566 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 106 acre-feet. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam at SCS-Salt Creek Site-02 is considered to have a very high risk level according to the data, although the condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated." The last inspection date on record is dated back to 1980, with a recommended inspection frequency of 5 years. While emergency preparedness measures such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps are not noted, the dam's risk management measures and risk assessment are unspecified at this time.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Salt Creek Site-02 presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure management and the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The data indicates a potential gap in recent assessment and emergency preparedness measures for this critical flood risk reduction structure, highlighting the ongoing need for proactive monitoring and risk mitigation strategies in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
1080 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
OPOSSUM CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
566 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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-Salt Creek Site-02