Scs-Salt Creek Site-09 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
SCS-Salt Creek Site-09, located in Trousdale, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated Earth dam completed in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, with a primary purpose of Flood Risk Reduction on the TR-Salt Creek.
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Summary
Standing at 22 feet tall and 1050 feet long, this dam provides a maximum storage capacity of 213 acre-feet and a normal storage of 36 acre-feet. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate.
Despite its age, SCS-Salt Creek Site-09 has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for condition assessment. The last inspection was conducted in 1980, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. A risk assessment categorizes this site as having very high risk, with a DSAC assigned date yet to be determined. This dam plays a crucial role in managing flood risk in the area and is under the jurisdiction of the OWRB, ensuring its continued safety and functionality for the community.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find SCS-Salt Creek Site-09 an intriguing example of early flood risk reduction infrastructure in Oklahoma. With its historical significance, state regulation, and risk management measures, this Earth dam serves as a testament to the ongoing efforts to mitigate the impact of extreme weather events on the local environment and population.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1050 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
213 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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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