Scs-Quapaw Creek Site-06 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-06 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Lincoln, Oklahoma, along the TR-Little Sand Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1975 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 36 feet and has a length of 1100 feet, with a storage capacity of 410 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving as a vital infrastructure for mitigating flood hazards in the area.
The dam features a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate for water release, with a significant hazard potential and fair condition assessment. Despite being last inspected in 2011, the dam's risk assessment remains very high, emphasizing the need for regular maintenance and monitoring. The site is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Managed by state authorities, SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-06 plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding community from flooding events, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in the region. The dam's strategic location, design, and operational features contribute to its effectiveness in flood risk reduction, making it a key asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in adaptive infrastructure solutions.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Nid Storage |
410 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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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-Quapaw Creek Site-06