Scs-Saddle Mountain Creek Site-011 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Saddle Mountain Creek Site-011, located in Kiowa County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on the TR-Saddle Mountain Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1974, this 21-foot high dam serves its primary purpose effectively with a NID storage capacity of 278 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1138 cubic feet per second. The dam's spillway, with a controlled design and 1-foot width, ensures efficient water management during high-flow events, while the low hazard potential and very high risk assessment (1) underline its critical role in protecting downstream areas from flooding.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), SCS-Saddle Mountain Creek Site-011 has a valve outlet gate and a structural height of 21 feet, with a stone core and soil foundation. Despite being last inspected in 1980, the dam's overall condition remains unrated, highlighting the need for updated assessments and risk management measures. With a history of state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, this dam continues to play a vital role in safeguarding the local community and environment from potential flood hazards, supported by ongoing state regulatory oversight and maintenance efforts.
As a key component of flood risk reduction infrastructure in the region, SCS-Saddle Mountain Creek Site-011 serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between state agencies and the USDA NRCS in enhancing water resource management and climate resilience. By prioritizing safety, regulatory compliance, and risk assessment, this earth dam contributes to sustainable water management practices and underscores the importance of maintaining critical infrastructure to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events and ensure the long-term protection of communities and ecosystems in Kiowa County, Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
1260 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SADDLE MOUNTAIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
278 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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-011