Scs-Robinson Creek Site-8 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
SCS-Robinson Creek Site-8 in Lincoln, Oklahoma, is a state-owned dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along TR Robinson Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1985, this earth dam stands at 25 feet high with a length of 1300 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 400 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment categorizes it as having a very high risk level due to its critical function in flood control.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Robinson Creek Site-8 undergoes regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and operational safety. The dam features a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate for water release, with a drainage area of 1.1 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 594 cubic feet per second. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified, presenting potential areas for improvement in response readiness and risk mitigation strategies.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Robinson Creek Site-8 serves as a notable example of state-led flood control infrastructure in Oklahoma. With its strategic location and critical role in flood risk reduction, this earth dam highlights the importance of regular inspections, maintenance, and emergency preparedness to ensure the safety and effectiveness of such vital water management structures. As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the resilience and functionality of dams like SCS-Robinson Creek Site-8 become increasingly essential in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the threats of flooding and water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR ROBINSON CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
1.1 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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-Robinson Creek Site-8