Scs-Beaver Creek Site-04 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
SCS-Beaver Creek Site-04 is a state-regulated dam located in Custer County, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Arapaho.
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Summary
This earth-type dam, completed in 1965 by USDA NRCS, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Beaver Creek. With a height of 35 feet and a hydraulic height of 32 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 488 acre-feet, making it a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, SCS-Beaver Creek Site-04 is classified as having a very high risk level, indicating the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam features a controlled spillway and an outlet gate for water release, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2749 cubic feet per second. The dam's design includes stone core types and soil foundations, contributing to its structural integrity and functionality in mitigating flood risks in the region. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its historical significance in water resource management makes it a key site for climate and water enthusiasts to monitor and study.
Overall, SCS-Beaver Creek Site-04 stands as a vital component in Oklahoma's water resource infrastructure, playing a crucial role in flood risk reduction along the TR-Beaver Creek. With its state-regulated status and historical construction by USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a prime example of effective water management practices. As climate and water enthusiasts continue to champion sustainable resource utilization, sites like SCS-Beaver Creek Site-04 serve as valuable case studies for understanding the intersection of infrastructure, climate change, and water resource management.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
488 |
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-Beaver Creek Site-04