Scs-Cane Creek Site-03 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
SCS-Cane Creek Site-03, located in Muskogee, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS in 1988 for flood risk reduction along the TR-Cane Creek.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 625 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 65 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and a maximum discharge capacity of 600 cubic feet per second, this dam serves a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Cane Creek Site-03 has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite its high risk factor, the dam has not had any recent modifications and is equipped with a single valve outlet gate. While the last inspection took place in 1980, the dam is subject to regular inspections every 5 years to ensure its safety and effectiveness in flood control. The surrounding area is considered to have a very high risk of flooding, making the role of this dam even more significant in protecting the community and the environment from potential disasters.
In the event of an emergency, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, raising concerns about the preparedness for unexpected events. However, with its state-of-the-art design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, SCS-Cane Creek Site-03 remains a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the importance of maintaining and upgrading such dams for resilience against flooding becomes increasingly crucial for the safety and sustainability of the community.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
2700 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CANE CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
1.2 |
Nid Storage |
625 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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-Cane Creek Site-03