Scs-Little Washita River Site-08 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The SCS-Little Washita River Site-08, located in Ninnekah, Grady County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1980, this dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a hydraulic height of 34 feet, with a length of 1060 feet. With a storage capacity of 491 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 112 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
The dam features a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate, ensuring efficient water flow and flood control. With a hazard potential rated as high and a condition assessment classified as fair, the SCS-Little Washita River Site-08 poses a risk level of very high (1) according to the data. Regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement contribute to the dam's operational effectiveness and safety protocols, highlighting the importance of water resource management in this region.
In the event of an emergency, the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are not specified in the data. However, with a designated risk assessment of very high, it emphasizes the need for proactive measures to mitigate potential hazards. The SCS-Little Washita River Site-08 serves as a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the area, showcasing the intersection of water resource management and climate adaptation in ensuring community safety and resilience.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1060 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LATHERAN CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
491 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |
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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-Little Washita River Site-08