Scs-Salt Creek Site-38 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 18, 2025
SCS-Salt Creek Site-38, located in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated Earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-BRUNO CREEK.
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Summary
Completed in 1962, this dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a length of 840 feet. With a storage capacity of 131 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 810 cubic feet per second, it serves as a vital infrastructure for managing water resources in the region.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam at SCS-Salt Creek Site-38 is considered to be at a very high risk due to its critical importance for flood risk reduction. The condition assessment for this dam is currently marked as 'Not Rated', with the last inspection date recorded in 1980. While the dam does not fall under USACE jurisdiction, state agencies like OWRB are responsible for permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safe operation and maintenance.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find SCS-Salt Creek Site-38 to be a noteworthy structure that plays a crucial role in managing flood risks along TR-BRUNO CREEK. Its design by USDA NRCS and state regulation by OWRB highlight the collaborative efforts in place to safeguard water resources in Oklahoma. With its strategic location and storage capacity, this Earth dam serves as a key component in the region's water management infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of proactive risk assessment and maintenance to ensure its long-term functionality.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
840 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRUNO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
131 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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-38