Scs-Sugar Creek Site-046 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-046 in Anadarko, Oklahoma is a state-regulated flood risk reduction structure located on the TR-Washita River.
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Summary
Built in 1971 by the USDA NRCS, this stone dam stands at a height of 41 feet and stretches 650 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 204 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 1.61 square miles and the ability to discharge up to 500 cubic feet per second through its controlled spillway, this structure plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the region.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Sugar Creek Site-046 indicates a very high risk level (1). While the condition assessment remains unrated and the last inspection date dates back to 1980, the dam is equipped with a single valve outlet gate for water release. As a state-regulated facility, the site is subject to regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board to ensure its structural integrity and operational effectiveness in mitigating flood risks along the Washita River.
The strategic location of SCS-Sugar Creek Site-046, along with its capabilities for flood risk reduction and storage capacity, highlights its significance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Caddo County, Oklahoma. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this dam serves as a crucial infrastructure asset for the region, safeguarding communities and ecosystems from potential flood events and contributing to the overall water security and sustainability of the area.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
41 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WASHITA RIVER |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
1.61 |
Nid Storage |
204 |
Structural Height |
41 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
41 |
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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.
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