Scs-Upper Blue River Site-037 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
SCS-Upper Blue River Site-037 is a state-owned earth dam located in Pontotoc, Oklahoma, designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 2000, this dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a length of 900 feet, providing a storage capacity of 290 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 0.53 square miles. The dam features a controlled spillway and is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and effectiveness.
Despite its low hazard potential, SCS-Upper Blue River Site-037 is rated as having a very high risk due to its location and potential impact on surrounding areas in the event of a failure. The dam has not been formally assessed for its condition, but it has not been rated as a cause for concern. While the last inspection took place in 2011 with a frequency of 5 years, there is no information available on emergency action plans or risk management measures in place. This dam serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control in the area, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term resilience and functionality in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO BLUE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
47 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
0.53 |
Nid Storage |
290 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Rock Creek At Sulphur
|
7cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
8cfs |
Blue River Near Connerville
|
40cfs |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
350cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
24cfs |
Washita River Near Dickson
|
322cfs |
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-Upper Blue River Site-037