Scs-Butler Laterals Site-104 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

SCS-Butler Laterals Site-104, located in Custer, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.


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Summary

Completed in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a hydraulic height of 22 feet, providing a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. The dam is situated along the TR Washita River and is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Butler Laterals Site-104 indicates a very high risk level. The dam has a controlled spillway and one valve outlet gate, with a condition assessment that is currently not rated. While the last inspection date is recorded as January 1, 1980, the dam is subject to regular inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Additionally, the dam has not been modified since its completion and does not have an emergency action plan in place.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find SCS-Butler Laterals Site-104 to be an intriguing case study in flood risk management. With its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure component in the region's water resource management efforts. The data available provides a comprehensive overview of the dam's design, construction, and current condition, offering valuable insights into the intersection of water infrastructure and environmental resilience in Oklahoma.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR WASHITA RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

22

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

25

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.