Scs-Quapaw Creek Site-26 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-26, located in Meeker, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1976 for flood risk reduction along the Quapaw Creek.
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Summary
With a dam height of 42 feet and a length of 1500 feet, this structure provides a storage capacity of 1412 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is controlled, with a width of 1 foot, and is equipped with a valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-26 indicates a very high risk level. The dam's condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," with the last inspection date dating back to 1980. The structure is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Although the dam has not been modified in recent years, its risk management measures and emergency action plan status are not specified in the available data.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-26 will find a unique case study in flood risk reduction infrastructure in Oklahoma. The dam's location in Lincoln County, its association with the Tulsa District of the USACE, and its primary purpose of flood risk reduction make it a notable site for further research and analysis. With a storage capacity of 1412 acre-feet and a risk assessment indicating high vulnerability, this dam presents a compelling opportunity for assessing the resilience of water resource infrastructure in the face of climate change impacts.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
QUAPAW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Nid Storage |
1412 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
42 |
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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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Scs-Quapaw Creek Site-26