Scs-Saddle Mountain Creek Site-004 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Saddle Mountain Creek Site-004, located in Kiowa, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 1959 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 25 feet with a maximum storage capacity of 267 acre-feet, this dam primarily serves the purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Saddle Mountain Creek. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, with a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating.
Despite being last inspected in 1980, this dam remains in a not rated condition. With a history of state enforcement, inspection, and permitting, as well as a very high risk assessment, this site presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam's location in the Tulsa District, under the jurisdiction of the OWRB, highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in mitigating flood risks in the region.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
780 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SADDLE MOUNTAIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
267 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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-Saddle Mountain Creek Site-004