Scs-Wildhorse Creek Site-123 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Located in Garvin County, Oklahoma, the SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-123 is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1980 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
With a dam height of 24 feet and a length of 765 feet, this structure holds a storage capacity of 266 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8 acres. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release, with a maximum discharge capacity of 480 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-123 is considered to have a very high risk level due to its surroundings. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The site is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to oversee its operations and maintenance. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this site a fascinating example of human intervention in managing water resources for recreational purposes in a carefully regulated environment.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
765 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WILDHORSE CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
266 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
324cfs |
Rock Creek At Sulphur
|
8cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
28cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
212cfs |
Washita River Near Dickson
|
317cfs |
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
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-Wildhorse Creek Site-123