Scs-Little Washita River Site-07 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Little Washita River Site-07 is a state-owned Earth dam located in Ninnekah, Oklahoma, designed by the USDA NRCS in 1973 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Little Washita River.
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Summary
This dam stands at a height of 35 feet with a hydraulic height of 33 feet and a length of 900 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 277 acre-feet and a normal storage of 63 acre-feet. The dam features a controlled spillway and is equipped with a valve outlet gate.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam at SCS-Little Washita River Site-07 is considered to have a very high risk due to its condition assessment not being rated. The last inspection was conducted in 1980 with an inspection frequency of 5 years, highlighting the need for updated assessments to ensure the safety and efficiency of the structure. With the Oklahoma Water Resources Board as the state regulatory agency, it is crucial for the dam to undergo regular inspections and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks and ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction for the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE WASHITA RIV |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Nid Storage |
277 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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-07