Scs-Lower Red Rock Creek Site-23 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
SCS-Lower Red Rock Creek Site-23 in Noble County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1976, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans a length of 1440 feet, with a storage capacity of 255 acre-feet. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam at SCS-Lower Red Rock Creek Site-23 is considered to have a very high risk level. The last inspection of the dam took place in 1999, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. The condition assessment of the dam is currently not rated, and there is no emergency action plan in place. The dam is located on TR-Red Rock Creek, under the jurisdiction of the OWRB in Oklahoma.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find SCS-Lower Red Rock Creek Site-23 an interesting subject of study, given its historical importance in flood risk reduction and the potential risks associated with its current condition. The dam's location in a sensitive environmental area, along with its unique design features and regulatory oversight, make it a valuable case study for understanding the intersection of infrastructure, water management, and climate resilience. Further research and monitoring of SCS-Lower Red Rock Creek Site-23 could provide valuable insights into sustainable water resource management practices in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
1440 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
255 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
485cfs |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
|
11cfs |
Arkansas River At Ralston
|
4040cfs |
Chikaskia River Near Blackwell
|
226cfs |
Cimarron River Near Ripley
|
478cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
26cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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-Lower Red Rock Creek Site-23