Scs-Bitter Creek Site-15 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
SCS-Bitter Creek Site-15, located in Tabler, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1974 for flood risk reduction along the Spring Creek.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 43 feet, with a hydraulic height of 41 feet, and a length of 880 feet, this structure has a normal storage capacity of 113 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 417 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and a maximum discharge of 960 cubic feet per second, this dam poses a low hazard potential with a very high risk assessment rating.
Although last inspected in 1980, the dam remains in a not rated condition assessment with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The outlet gates consist of a single valve, and there are no associated structures or locks present. Despite its low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Bitter Creek Site-15 is very high, indicating a need for continued monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure in the face of climate-related challenges and water resource management.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
880 |
Dam Height |
43 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
41 |
Nid Storage |
417 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
43 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River At Alex
|
243cfs |
Little Washita River East Of Ninnekah
|
19cfs |
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Canadian River At Norman
|
211cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
31cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
212cfs |
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-Bitter Creek Site-15