Scs-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-56 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-56, located in Red Rock, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-RED ROCK CREEK.
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Summary
Completed in 1980, this structure stands at a height of 32 feet with a hydraulic height of 21 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 757 acre-feet and a surface area of 32 acres, serving its primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-56 is equipped with a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate for emergency management. The dam, built on a stone core with a soil foundation, has not been rated for its condition assessment, and its last inspection was conducted in 1999. The structure is maintained by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its operational integrity and safety for the surrounding community.
Overall, SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-56 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in Noble County, Oklahoma, and highlights the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate variability. As a key component of the local flood control infrastructure, this dam serves as a testament to collaborative efforts between state agencies and the federal government in safeguarding communities against the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1740 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
757 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
523cfs |
Chikaskia River Near Blackwell
|
234cfs |
Skeleton Creek At Enid
|
6cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
27cfs |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
|
11cfs |
Arkansas River At Ralston
|
1470cfs |
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-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-56