Scs-Sugar Creek Site-017 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-017 is a state-owned structure located in Caddo, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of LOOKEBA.
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Summary
This flood risk reduction dam, completed in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, is designed to mitigate potential flooding along the TR-SUGAR CREEK. Standing at 35 feet tall with a length of 710 feet, this earth dam with a stone core serves a critical purpose in protecting the surrounding area from potential water damage.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), SCS-Sugar Creek Site-017 has a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, indicating the importance of its maintenance and ongoing inspection. While the last inspection was conducted in 1980, the dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, ensuring efficient water flow control. With a storage capacity of 212 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 55 acre-feet, this dam plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
As an essential infrastructure for flood control and water management in the area, SCS-Sugar Creek Site-017 stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies to safeguard communities and natural resources from the impacts of extreme weather events. With its strategic location and design, this dam serves as a critical line of defense against potential flooding along the TR-SUGAR CREEK, highlighting the importance of proactive risk management and continuous monitoring in ensuring the safety and resilience of water resources in Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
710 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SUGAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
212 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Canadian River At Bridgeport
|
126cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
|
16cfs |
Willow Creek Near Albert
|
2cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Fort Cobb
|
4cfs |
North Canadian River Near Calumet
|
46cfs |
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-Sugar Creek Site-017