Scs-Bitter Creek Site-08b Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
SCS-Bitter Creek Site-08b in Grady County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 1974 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on TR-W.
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Summary
Bitter Creek. The dam stands at 35 feet high with a hydraulic height of 33 feet, providing a storage capacity of 611 acre-feet and a normal storage of 146 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and one valve outlet gate, the dam has a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, highlighting its importance in managing water resources in the area.
Located in the city of Alex, this earth dam serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region, ensuring the safety of nearby communities and the protection of valuable resources. Although it has not been rated for its condition assessment, the dam is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency. With the State of Oklahoma taking responsibility for regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement, this dam exemplifies collaborative efforts in water resource management and climate resilience.
Despite its age, SCS-Bitter Creek Site-08b remains a vital component of the local water infrastructure, reflecting the commitment of the USDA NRCS and state agencies to safeguarding communities from potential flooding events. With its strategic design and purposeful construction, this dam continues to play a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and managing water resources in the county, underscoring the importance of proactive measures in enhancing climate resilience and ensuring sustainable water management practices.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
880 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-W. BITTER CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Nid Storage |
611 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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-Bitter Creek Site-08b