Scs-Salt Creek Site-17 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: February 27, 2026
SCS-Salt Creek Site-17 in Pottawatomie, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along Wolf Creek.
Summary
Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at 32 feet high and spans 1200 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 313 acre-feet. Despite a low hazard potential and being considered in "very high risk" category, the dam's current condition remains unrated due to its last inspection in 1980. The dam features a controlled spillway, a single valve outlet gate, and has not undergone any modifications or emergency action plan updates.
Located in the Tulsa District with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, SCS-Salt Creek Site-17 is overseen by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite its age, the dam has not undergone any major structural changes and remains operational with a limited surface area of 16 acres. While the dam's risk assessment is deemed very high, its low hazard potential suggests that the dam poses minimal threat to downstream communities. With a designated emergency action plan pending, this dam serves as a vital component in the region's water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
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Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
WOLF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
313 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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-17