Scs-Bitter Creek Site-17 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oknoname 051018 Oknoname 051019
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
SCS-Bitter Creek Site-17, located in Grady County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1974 for flood risk reduction along TR-SPRING CREEK.
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Summary
With a dam height of 42 feet and a storage capacity of 177 acre-feet, this dam serves as a crucial infrastructure in the area with a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Bitter Creek Site-17 has not been rated for its condition assessment as of yet. Despite being inspected in 1980, the dam's risk assessment is categorized as very high (1), emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. With a single valve outlet gate and a surface area of 5 acres, this dam plays a significant role in managing water resources and protecting the local community from potential flooding events along TR-SPRING CREEK.
In the event of an emergency, it is crucial for the authorities to have an updated emergency action plan (EAP) in place to ensure the safety of the surrounding area. With its key role in flood risk reduction and water management, SCS-Bitter Creek Site-17 serves as a vital piece of infrastructure in Grady County, Oklahoma, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
660 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Nid Storage |
177 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
42 |
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-17