Scs-Salt Creek Site-05 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
SCS-Salt Creek Site-05, located in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1966 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
This structure stands at a height of 27 feet and has a length of 1500 feet, with a storage capacity of 803 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 136 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Cottonwood Creek within the Tulsa District, with a controlled spillway and one valve outlet gate.
Despite its low hazard potential, SCS-Salt Creek Site-05 is classified as having a very high risk due to its condition assessment not being rated and lacking an emergency action plan (EAP) or updated inundation maps. The last inspection was conducted in 1980, with a recommended inspection frequency of every 5 years. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and falls under state permitting, inspection, and enforcement regulations.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Salt Creek Site-05 presents an interesting case study of a flood control structure in a high-risk category despite its low hazard potential. The dam's location in a high-risk area, combined with its outdated inspection and emergency preparedness measures, highlights the importance of regular maintenance and updates to ensure the safety and effectiveness of water management infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COTTONWOOD CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
803 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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-05