Scs-Salt Creek Site-13 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
SCS-Salt Creek Site-13, located in Trousdale, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 1961 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans a length of 1250 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 745 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the Aurora Creek, is under the jurisdiction of the OWRB and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state regulatory agency to ensure its structural integrity.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a risk assessment indicating a very high risk level, SCS-Salt Creek Site-13 presents a critical structure for water resource management in Pottawatomie County. Despite its condition assessment being labeled as "not rated," the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures remain unspecified. As a key component of flood risk reduction in the area, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting downstream communities from potential inundation and ensuring the safety of surrounding areas during extreme weather events.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts monitor the status of SCS-Salt Creek Site-13, they are reminded of the importance of maintaining and upgrading aging infrastructure to mitigate risks associated with high-hazard dams. With its controlled spillway and valve outlet gates, the dam serves as a critical barrier against floodwaters, highlighting the necessity of proactive inspection, maintenance, and risk management strategies to safeguard water resources and infrastructure in Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1250 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
AURORA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
745 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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-13