Scs-Saddle Mountain Creek Site-008 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The SCS-Saddle Mountain Creek Site-008 in Kiowa, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1973, this dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a storage capacity of 734 acre-feet. The dam is located on the TR-Saddle Mountain Creek, within the jurisdiction of the OWRB, and is inspected every 5 years to ensure its safety and functionality.
With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, the SCS-Saddle Mountain Creek Site-008 is equipped with a controlled spillway and one outlet valve. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, and there is no emergency action plan in place. The surrounding area consists of stone core and soil foundation, making it essential for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks associated with its aging infrastructure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the SCS-Saddle Mountain Creek Site-008 serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region. With its strategic location and design features, this dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and protecting nearby communities from potential flooding events. As climate change continues to impact precipitation patterns and water availability, the importance of maintaining and upgrading such structures becomes increasingly evident to ensure the resilience of our water resources in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SADDLE MOUNTAIN CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
734 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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-008